How much money does the FIFA World Cup generate?
Hosting a 2026 FIFA World Cup requires massive investments in infrastructure, transportation and services from the host nations, but it also delivers enormous economic benefits.
Hosting a 2026 FIFA World Cup requires massive investments in infrastructure, transportation and services from the host nations, but it also delivers enormous economic benefits.
The 2026 tournament, hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, is expected to shatter financial records.
How much revenue will the 2026 World Cup generate for FIFA?
According to a study by OpenEconomics in collaboration with FIFA and the World Trade Organization, the 2026 World Cup could create a global economic impact of:
- $80.1 billion
The figure includes revenue generated through:
- Tourism
- Transportation
- Services
- Commercial activity
Meanwhile, FIFA expects to generate approximately:
- $11 billion in revenue
That would surpass:
- More than $7.5 billion from Qatar 2022
- Around $5.357 billion from Russia 2018
TV rights continue driving World Cup profits
The expansion to 48 teams is also expected to significantly increase broadcasting revenue.
According to reports cited by The Guardian, FIFA expects TV rights income to surpass previous World Cup editions.
Broadcast revenue previously reached:
- $3.4 billion during Qatar 2022
- $3.1 billion during Russia 2018
The 2026 World Cup could break every record
With more teams, more matches and three host countries, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is projected to become the most profitable and economically impactful edition in football history.
