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December 17, 2025
World Cup prize money increased by 50% as Fifa offers $50m for 2026 winners
Fifa has announced a 50% increase in World Cup prize money for next year’s tournament, with the champions set to take home $50m (£37.5m) as a reward for their success.
TL;DR
- Fifa is increasing World Cup prize money by 50% for the 2026 tournament.
- The champions will receive $50 million, with $655 million distributed among qualifying nations.
- Each participating nation is guaranteed a minimum of $10.5 million, including preparation costs.
- Fifa anticipates record revenues of $13 billion between 2022 and 2026.
- Widespread public outrage over high ticket prices preceded the announcement of limited discount tickets.
- Only 10% of tickets within certain allocations will be available at the lower price of $60.
- Fan groups argue that the increased prize fund demonstrates Fifa's capacity to lower ticket prices.
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