2026 World Cup: How much does the winner earn?

Author: Bassalia OuattaraPublished on: June 12, 2026Country: International

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2026 World Cup: How much does the winner earn?

The winner of the 2026 World Cup will receive a record prize of $42 million, according to FIFA. The total prize pool for the tournament is $440 million, an increase from 2018. Each team will receive at least $9 million for participating.

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