Sports · 13 June 2026
FIFA announces record $871 million prize pool for World Cup 2026
Exam-focused facts from the 13 June 2026 current affairs briefing.
Key facts
- The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has announced a total financial distribution of $871 million for the World Cup 2026.
- The champion of the tournament will receive $50 million in performance-based prize money.
- The 2026 edition will feature 48 teams competing in 104 matches.
- Every qualified team is guaranteed a minimum payout of $12.5 million, consisting of $2.5 million in preparation money and $10 million in qualification money.
- FIFA will distribute $355 million to clubs through the Club Benefits Programme to compensate for releasing players.