The 2026 World Cup has become one of the most revenue-generating tournaments in the history of the International Football Federation (FIFA). This was reported by The Guardian .
According to the publication, the World Cup brought FIFA nearly 15 billion dollars in revenue. This figure is significantly higher than the organization's previous forecast of 11 billion dollars in expectations.
Ticket sales, especially their resale, were a key factor in the revenue increase. FIFA charged a 15 percent commission from both the buyer and the seller on each resale transaction.
Additionally, hospitality services for guests also made a significant contribution to the increase in tournament revenue.
The final of the 2026 World Cup will take place on July 19. The national teams of Spain and Argentina will compete for the championship. The match will begin at 23:55 Tashkent time.
