FIFA Raises 2026 World Cup Prize Pool To Record $871 Million Amid Ticket Pricing Backlash

Fuente: International Business Times

The increase in funding is expected to benefit smaller football associations in particular, reinforcing the redistribution of revenues generated by the World Cup. AFP FIFA has increased financial payouts for teams competing in the 2026 World Cup, pushing the total distribution to $871 million and setting a new record for the tournament's prize pool. The expanded competition, scheduled across the United States, Mexico and Canada and beginning June 11, will also be the largest edition yet, featuring 48 teams.