How to Secure Round of 32 Tickets for the 2026 World Cup: Schedule, Prices, and Buying Tips

The 2026 World Cup marks the debut of a new knockout phase featuring 32 teams, running from June 28 to July 3. This expanded format introduces fresh excitement as top teams like United States, Mexico, Argentina, and Germany move into this stage.

Where to Find Round of 32 Tickets

The major FIFA ticket lotteries, including Visa Presale and Early Ticket Draw, have ended. Over 500 million requests flooded those sales phases, so official tickets are now scarce.

The current option is the Last-Minute Sales Phase, launched April 1. Unlike earlier draws, this phase sells tickets on a first-come, first-served basis with instant confirmation. It’s the last chance to grab seats directly through FIFA.

The Official FIFA Resale Marketplace also operates as a safe place for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at regulated prices. This platform reopened April 2 and remains active.

Fans can check secondary platforms like StubHub for last-minute tickets but should always review the terms before buying.

How to Buy Resale Tickets Safely

The FIFA Resale Marketplace is the official way to exchange tickets securely. It's open internationally and for residents of the US and Canada through FIFA’s ticket portal.

Mexican residents use the FIFA Exchange Marketplace (Mercado de Intercambio de la FIFA) for local resale under official rules.

Secondary sites such as StubHub remain options but come with varying conditions, so checking their terms and policies is wise before purchasing.