The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature a historic 48-team format, increasing not only the sporting excitement but also the financial rewards for participating nations.
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How much money does each team earn for playing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature a historic 48-team format, increasing not only the sporting excitement but also the financial rewards for participating nations.
FIFA will distribute a massive prize pool during the tournament hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
How much does each team earn just for qualifying?
Teams finishing in the bottom positions will still receive:
- $9 million
In addition, every national team will receive:
- $1.5 million for preparation costs.
That means the minimum guaranteed payment for every team is:
- $10.5 million
How much does the 2026 World Cup champion earn?
FIFA will distribute a total of $665 million among the 48 participating national teams.
The world champion will receive:
- $50 million
That amount is $8 million more than what Argentina earned after winning the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
2026 World Cup prize money distribution
| Finish | Prize Money |
| Champion | $50 million |
| Runner-up | $33 million |
| Third place | $29 million |
| Fourth place | $27 million |
| 5th to 8th place | $19 million |
| 9th to 16th place | $15 million |
| 17th to 32nd place | $11 million |
| 33rd to 48th place | $9 million |
