FIFA Reveals Record $871 Million Prize Pool for 2026 World Cup

FIFA has revealed that the total prize money for the 2026 World Cup reached $871 million, marking the largest prize pool in the tournament's history. Each of the 48 teams participating received a minimum of $12.5 million, which includes $10 million for qualifying and competing in the group stage, plus $2.5 million for pre-tournament training and related expenses.

The prize money varied based on tournament progression, with Spain, the champions, securing $51 million, surpassing the $42 million awarded to Argentina for winning the 2022 edition. Argentina, as the runner-up, received $34 million, while England and France earned $30 million and $28 million, respectively, for their third and fourth place finishes.

Quarterfinalists Belgium, Norway, Morocco, and Switzerland each received $20 million. Brazil, the USA, Portugal, Egypt, Colombia, and others that reached the round of 16 were awarded $16 million each.

Teams that advanced to the round of 32 received $12 million, while those not progressing beyond the group stage earned $10 million. The increase in prize money was influenced by requests from various federations, particularly in Europe, due to concerns over potential out-of-pocket expenses.