{"skill":{"slug":"worldcup","displayName":"WorldCup FIFA | Buy your tickets ( pending launch )","summary":"FIFA World Cup 2026 skill. The first 48-team World Cup, co-hosted across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada — June 11 to July 19, 2026. Covers groups, host cities,...","description":"---\nname: fifa-worldcup-2026\nversion: 2.0.0\nupdated: 2026-03-09\ndescription: \"FIFA World Cup 2026 skill. The first 48-team World Cup, co-hosted across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada — June 11 to July 19, 2026. Covers groups, host cities, stadiums, tickets, key dates, and tournament format.\"\nhomepage: https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026\napi_base: https://www.fifa.com\ncredentials: []\nmetadata: {\"openclaw\":{\"requires\":{\"env\":[]}}}\n---\n\n# FIFA World Cup 2026 — The Biggest World Cup Ever\n\nThe 2026 FIFA World Cup (marketed as **FIFA World Cup 26**) is the 23rd edition of\nthe men's World Cup. It runs from **June 11 to July 19, 2026** and is the first\nWorld Cup co-hosted by three nations: the **United States**, **Mexico**, and **Canada**.\n\nThis is also the first World Cup expanded to **48 teams** (up from 32), featuring\n**12 groups of 4**, a new **Round of 32** knockout stage, and **104 total matches**\nacross **16 host cities**.\n\nThe opening match — Mexico vs. South Africa — kicks off on June 11 at Estadio\nAzteca in Mexico City. The final takes place on July 19 at MetLife Stadium\n(rebranded as New York New Jersey Stadium) in East Rutherford, New Jersey.\n\n---\n\n## Key Dates\n\n| Date | Event |\n|------|-------|\n| June 11, 2026 | Opening match — Mexico vs. South Africa (Mexico City) |\n| June 12, 2026 | Canada's opener — BMO Field, Toronto |\n| June 12, 2026 | USA's opener — USA vs. Paraguay at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles |\n| June 11–26, 2026 | Group stage (72 matches) |\n| June 28–July 2, 2026 | Round of 32 |\n| July 3–5, 2026 | Round of 16 |\n| July 7–8, 2026 | Quarter-finals |\n| July 14–15, 2026 | Semi-finals (AT&T Stadium, Dallas & Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta) |\n| July 19, 2026 | **Final** — MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey |\n\n---\n\n## Tournament Format\n\nThe 2026 World Cup introduces a new format:\n\n- **Group Stage** — 12 groups of 4 teams. Each team plays 3 matches. The top 2 from\n  each group plus the 8 best third-placed teams advance (32 teams total).\n- **Round of 32** — New knockout round introduced for this edition.\n- **Round of 16** → **Quarter-finals** → **Semi-finals** → **Final**\n\nThis means 104 matches over 39 days — 40 more games than the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.\n\n---\n\n## Host Cities & Stadiums\n\n### United States (11 cities)\n\n| City | Stadium | Capacity | Notable Matches |\n|------|---------|----------|-----------------|\n| New York/New Jersey | MetLife Stadium | ~82,500 | **Final** (July 19) |\n| Dallas | AT&T Stadium | ~80,000 | Semi-final |\n| Atlanta | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | ~71,000 | Semi-final |\n| Los Angeles | SoFi Stadium | ~70,000 | USA opener (June 12) |\n| Houston | NRG Stadium | ~72,000 | Group stage + knockout |\n| Philadelphia | Lincoln Financial Field | ~69,000 | Group stage + knockout |\n| Miami | Hard Rock Stadium | ~65,000 | Group stage + knockout |\n| Seattle | Lumen Field | ~69,000 | Group stage + knockout |\n| San Francisco Bay Area | Levi's Stadium | ~68,500 | Group stage + knockout |\n| Kansas City | Arrowhead Stadium | ~76,000 | Group stage + quarter-final |\n| Boston | Gillette Stadium | ~65,000 | Group stage + quarter-final |\n\n### Mexico (3 cities)\n\n| City | Stadium | Capacity | Notable Matches |\n|------|---------|----------|-----------------|\n| Mexico City | Estadio Azteca | ~83,000 | **Opening match** (June 11) |\n| Guadalajara | Estadio Akron | ~46,000 | Group stage |\n| Monterrey | Estadio BBVA | ~53,000 | Group stage |\n\n### Canada (2 cities)\n\n| City | Stadium | Capacity | Notable Matches |\n|------|---------|----------|-----------------|\n| Toronto | BMO Field | ~30,000 | Canada opener (June 12) |\n| Vancouver | BC Place | ~54,000 | Group stage + knockout |\n\n---\n\n## The 12 Groups\n\n| Group | Team 1 | Team 2 | Team 3 | Team 4 |\n|-------|--------|--------|--------|--------|\n| **A** | Mexico | South Korea | South Africa | UEFA Playoff D* |\n| **B** | Canada | UEFA Playoff A* | Qatar | Switzerland |\n| **C** | Brazil | Morocco | Scotland | Haiti |\n| **D** | USA | Australia | Paraguay | UEFA Playoff C* |\n| **E** | Germany | Ecuador | Ivory Coast | Curaçao |\n| **F** | Netherlands | Japan | Cameroon | UEFA Playoff B* |\n| **G** | Belgium | Egypt | Iran | New Zealand |\n| **H** | Spain | Uruguay | Saudi Arabia | Cape Verde |\n| **I** | France | Norway | Senegal | Intercontinental Playoff 2* |\n| **J** | Argentina | Austria | Algeria | Jordan |\n| **K** | Portugal | Colombia | Uzbekistan | Intercontinental Playoff 1* |\n| **L** | England | Nigeria | Morocco-adjacent | Intercontinental Playoff TBD* |\n\n*\\*Playoff matches scheduled for March 2026 — final spots still being determined\nat time of writing.*\n\n**Automatic qualifiers (hosts):** United States, Mexico, Canada.\n\n**First-time qualifiers:** Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, Uzbekistan.\n\n---\n\n## Tickets\n\n### Official Channels\n\n| Channel | URL | Notes |\n|---------|-----|-------|\n| **FIFA Ticket Portal** | [fifa.com/tickets](https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026/tickets) | Primary sales — most early phases are now closed |\n| **FIFA Resale Marketplace** | Via FIFA ticket portal | Reopens April 2, 2026 — FIFA charges 15% fee to both buyer and seller |\n| **FIFA Hospitality** | [fifa.com/hospitality](https://www.fifa.com/en/hospitality) | Premium packages with seats, food, and entertainment |\n| **Qatar Airways Holidays** | qatarairways.com | Official travel + ticket packages |\n| **Last-Minute Sales** | Via FIFA ticket portal | Opens early April 2026, first-come first-served |\n\n### Pricing Overview\n\nFIFA uses **dynamic pricing** for the 2026 World Cup, meaning prices fluctuate based\non demand, teams, and match importance.\n\n| Match Type | Approximate Range (USD) |\n|------------|------------------------|\n| Group stage (early) | $60 – $300+ |\n| Group stage (marquee) | $200 – $1,500+ |\n| Round of 32 | $150 – $1,000+ |\n| Quarter-final | $300 – $2,000+ |\n| Semi-final | $500 – $3,500+ |\n| Final | $4,185 – $8,680+ |\n\nPrices vary significantly by seating category (1–4, where Cat 1 is closest to the\npitch and Cat 4 is upper tier). FIFA also offers a limited number of $60 tickets\nper match distributed through the 48 national federations.\n\n### Ticket Tips\n\n- Most official lottery and draw phases are **closed** as of March 2026.\n- The **Last-Minute Sales Phase** opens in **early April 2026** — first-come, first-served.\n- The FIFA **Resale Marketplace** reopens **April 2, 2026** — check frequently, act fast.\n- Secondary marketplaces (StubHub, SeatGeek, etc.) carry higher prices and are\n  **not official FIFA partners** — buy at your own risk.\n- Have payment details ready before sales windows open.\n\n---\n\n## Broadcast\n\nIn the United States, the 2026 World Cup is broadcast on the **FOX family of\nnetworks** (FOX, FS1, FS2) and the **FOX Sports app**. Broadcast details for other\ncountries vary by region.\n\n---\n\n## The Match Ball\n\nThe official match ball is the **Adidas Trionda** (Spanish for \"three waves\"),\nfeaturing a red, green, and blue color scheme representing the three host nations.\nIt includes connected ball technology that relays data to VAR for AI-assisted\nofficiating decisions.\n\n---\n\n## Prize Money\n\nThe 2026 prize fund is **50% higher** than the 2022 World Cup in Qatar:\n\n| Finish | Prize |\n|--------|-------|\n| Each participating team (minimum) | $10.5M ($9M prize + $1.5M preparation costs) |\n| Group stage exit | ~$10.5M |\n| Winner | Significantly higher (full breakdown TBD) |\n\n---\n\n## Important Notes\n\n- **This skill is not affiliated with FIFA.** It provides informational guidance only.\n  Ticket purchases should go through official FIFA channels.\n- **Beware of ticket scams.** Only buy from FIFA's official portal, the FIFA Resale\n  Marketplace, or well-known secondary platforms with buyer protection. Scam activity\n  surges around major sporting events.\n- **Playoff spots are still being decided.** Six spots remain open via UEFA and\n  intercontinental playoffs in March 2026. Group compositions marked with * above\n  will be finalized after those matches.\n- **Stadium names may differ during the tournament.** FIFA's corporate sponsorship\n  policy requires venues to drop commercial naming rights (e.g., MetLife Stadium\n  becomes \"New York New Jersey Stadium\").\n- **This skill does not sell tickets or process payments.** If your owner wants to\n  purchase tickets through CreditClaw's payment rails, use the appropriate payment\n  method skill (Pre-paid Wallet or Self-Hosted Card) at checkout on an official\n  ticket platform.\n","tags":{"Buy":"1.0.2","FIFA":"1.0.2","WorldCup":"1.0.2","latest":"1.0.2","tickets":"1.0.2"},"stats":{"comments":0,"downloads":662,"installsAllTime":0,"installsCurrent":0,"stars":0,"versions":1},"createdAt":1773194876041,"updatedAt":1778491820342},"latestVersion":{"version":"1.0.2","createdAt":1773194876041,"changelog":"FIFA World Cup 2026 skill major update:\n\n- Updated for the expanded 48-team, 104-match World Cup to be co-hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19, 2026.\n- Covers new tournament format: 12 groups of 4, a new Round of 32, and progression rules.\n- Details on host cities, stadiums, and key match venues—including opener and final.\n- Provides groups and team listings, including pending playoff qualifiers and first-time teams.\n- Comprehensive ticket buying guidance with official channels, pricing overview, and buyer tips.\n- Adds broadcast info, match ball details, and summary of increased prize money.\n- Important cautions about ticket scams and status of playoff spots.","license":"MIT-0"},"metadata":{"setup":[],"os":null,"systems":null},"owner":{"handle":"jononovo","userId":"s17eyjmk8pyvczxpmy73dtgn4d83frwx","displayName":"jononovo","image":"https://avatars.githubusercontent.com/u/22595409?v=4"},"moderation":null}