FIFA has significantly increased the prize money for the 2026 World Cup, nearly doubling the total pool to $871 million for the expanded 48-team tournament. The winners will receive $51 million, and runners-up $34 million, with funds distributed to national federations.
As the World Cup nears, national teams are using creative social media videos, enlisting celebrities, politicians, and even royalty for squad announcements, moving beyond traditional press conferences.
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will reportedly not operate inside or around stadiums during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, easing concerns surrounding immigration enforcement at matches hosted in the United States. The decision follows months of criticism from supporters, lawmakers and international federations, amid fears that immigration raids could overshadow football’s biggest tournament across North America.
