So I figured I’d finally try to get my hands on some 2026 World Cup tickets. I’ve heard all the horror stories about how hard it is, but I thought, how bad could it really be?
Starting the Hunt
First thing I did was go to the official website. I won’t lie, it took me a few tries to even find the right page. There were a lot of links for news and teams, but the ticket section was kinda hidden. Once I found it, I had to create an account. That part was easy enough, just the usual email and password stuff.
The Waiting Game
After signing up, I saw that tickets weren’t actually on sale yet. Instead, you have to enter a “random selection draw.” Basically, you’re just putting your name in a hat for a chance to maybe buy tickets later. I spent a good hour just looking at all the different matches and cities. They have games all over the place – New York, Dallas, even Vancouver. I decided to pick a few group stage matches in different cities, thinking that might increase my odds.
The application process itself was weird. You don’t pick specific seats. You just choose the match and a price category, like “Category 3” or whatever. It feels like you’re just guessing. I selected a few options and hit submit. Now I just have to wait for an email telling me if I “won” the right to give them my money. It feels backwards.
What I Learned
This whole thing is a lottery wrapped in a mystery. It’s not like buying concert tickets where you just click fast. It’s a whole production.
- It’s all about luck: You can’t just be quick, you have to be lucky in the draw first.
- Prices are a guess: You commit to a price level without knowing exactly where you’ll be sitting.
- Patience is key: The whole process, from the draw to the actual sale, takes months. You just have to forget about it and wait.
Honestly, I have no idea if I’ll get any tickets. It feels like I just bought a lottery ticket. Maybe I’ll get an email in a few months, maybe I won’t. But at least I can say I tried. Now I go back to waiting.
