2026 FIFA World Cup Sets Record $871M Prize Pool; Champions to Earn $51M
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature a record total prize fund of $871 million, the largest in the tournament's history. The winning nation's federation will receive $51 million, while the runners-up will take home $34 million. Every participating country is guaranteed a minimum of $12.5 million to cover qualifying and preparation costs. The expanded fund reflects FIFA's growing financial investment in the global tournament. Notably, the prize money is distributed to national federations rather than directly to individual players.
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