FIFA Unveils New $60 “Supporter Entry Tier” for 2026 World Cup Tickets

ARLINGTON, Texas — In a major shift following criticism from fans and international supporter groups, FIFA has introduced a new $60 Supporter Entry Tier for all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup. This new category aims to make the tournament more accessible to dedicated followers of the 48 participating national teams.

The move comes after fans worldwide expressed outrage over initial prices that saw group-stage tickets starting as high as $140–$265, with some premium seats for the final exceeding $4,000.

How the $60 Tickets Work: “The Supporter Tier”

Unlike standard tickets available through the general lottery, these discounted seats have specific eligibility rules:

Federation Distribution: These tickets are not part of the public pool on the FIFA website. Instead, they are allocated to the national federations of the qualified teams.
Loyalty Focus: National associations (such as U.S. Soccer or the Argentine Football Association) will manage the distribution, typically prioritizing “loyal fans” who have documented histories of attending home and away matches.
Limited Inventory: The $60 tier will make up 10% of each federation’s total ticket allocation for a given match. For a typical match, this translates to roughly 400 to 750 tickets per team.
The Catch: Because these are handled by individual federations, fans from countries that did not qualify for the tournament will likely be unable to access this specific $60 tier.

Updated Sales Timeline

Despite the addition of the new tier, the general “Random Selection Draw” remains the primary way for the public to secure seats.

Deadline: The current application period for the general lottery closes at 10:00 a.m. CT on January 13, 2026.
Total Demand: FIFA reports they have already received over 20 million ticket requests in the current sales phase alone.
No Timing Advantage: FIFA has reiterated that applying early does not increase your chances; all applications submitted before the January 13 deadline will be treated equally in the draw.

Because these tickets are part of a specialized allocation designed to combat the “dynamic pricing” backlash, you cannot simply find them on the public FIFA website. Here is the exact process you need to follow to “grab” them.

How to Access $60 Supporter Entry Tier Tickets

These tickets are handled differently than the general public lottery. They are distributed through a Direct-to-Supporter Model managed by each nation’s soccer federation (Participating Member Associations or PMAs).

Step 1: Join Your National Supporters Group To qualify, you must be a member of the official supporters’ club for your national team. For example, fans in the U.S. should join U.S. Soccer Insiders.
Step 2: Watch for Unique Access Codes National federations will distribute special access codes to their members (typically those with higher loyalty points or “insider” status) in early January 2026.
Step 3: Enter the “Supporter Draw” on FIFA’s Portal Once you have your code, you must log in to the FIFA Ticketing Portal and enter the code to unlock the “Supporter Allotment” page. This is where the $60 tier will be visible.
Step 4: Respect the Deadline Even with a code, you must submit your application by January 13, 2026.

Who is Eligible for the $60 Tier?

Qualified Nations Only: These tickets are currently only available for fans of the 48 teams that have qualified for the tournament.
Loyalty Priority: Federations have been “requested” by FIFA to ensure these go to loyal fans (those who have attended previous matches).
Fixed Pricing: Unlike general seats, these are fixed at $60 for every match, including the Final (which otherwise starts at over $4,000 for standard categories).