World Cup 2026 prize money, fees to be increased for all teams: FIFA
Summary
FIFA is planning to increase the prize money and financial support for all 48 teams participating in the 2026 World Cup. The proposal will be discussed and possibly approved at an upcoming FIFA Council meeting before the World Cup starts in June 2026.Key Facts
- FIFA wants to raise prize money for all teams in the 2026 World Cup.
- The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams and take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- The current prize fund announced in December is $727 million, with the winner set to receive $50 million.
- Each team was initially guaranteed at least $10.5 million, plus $1.5 million for preparation costs.
- European teams requested more prize money to cover costs like travel, operations, and taxes in the U.S.
- FIFA expects to make over $11 billion in revenue during the 2023-2026 cycle.
- Discussions include increasing development funding for all 211 FIFA member associations.
- FIFA aims to approve the financial changes at a council meeting before the World Cup in June 2026.
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