The biggest sporting event in the world is closer than it appears. It's only a matter of time until the FIFA World Cup kicks off in June 2026. It doesn't matter when, though, as it's always a good time to buy tickets for the tournament.
Passes are in high demand as 48 teams prepare to take the pitch across North America for the most coveted trophy in sports. As they await their fate, fans can get a spot now to see all the action unfold.
However, it can be daunting and confusing to buy tickets to World Cup matches. A global event means more attention, more fans, more ticket options and higher prices.
It doesn't need to be confusing. That's what StubHub is for.
AllSportsPeople is breaking down just how you can buy tickets to the World Cup with a step-by-step guide to securing your seats.
What is StubHub and how does it work?
StubHub is an online ticket marketplace, offering passes for live entertainment around the world. From sports and music to comedy and theater, fans can buy and sell passes for any and every event.
Tickets are organized by topic. Simply search the team, organization, or performer into the search bar, and passes will appear for every game and show. StubHub is a second-hand marketplace, so listings are uploaded by other fans around the world.
From there, it's simple. Simply select your tickets. Once the seller confirms the sale, they will be sent to your account for download. Voila, you're headed to the event.
How to buy soccer World Cup tickets on StubHub (Step-by-Step)
To buy World Cup tickets, head to the "Soccer World Cup" page, where passes for every group stage and knockout match are listed.
Games will include matchup information such as teams, start time, venue and more, making it easy to search through listings and select your desired match. You can even sort through location, dates, teams and pricing using the dropdown buttons at the top of the page.
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Once selecting a game, tickets will be listed from the cheapest to the most expensive passes. The listing will include the price with fees, ticket category and the number of passes available for sale.
Want to narrow down your options? Click the filter at the top of the screen to further organize passes. You can search through a number of passes for sale, exact pricing and seating sections. Or, hover over sections on the stadium map to view listings and costs for each zone.
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Once you purchase your tickets, they will be delivered digitally by the event date. Accept the tickets and add them to your digital wallet to use at the event.
Is StubHub safe for World Cup tickets?
Worried about buying World Cup tickets on StubHub? That's what the FanProtect Guarantee is for.
With the FanProtect Guarantee, every order is fully protected. The policy covers four main guarantees:
- Tickets will be delivered on time
- Tickets are valid for entry
- Any order issues will be fixed with comparable tickets, or your money back
- Canceled or rescheduled events will result in a 120% credit or full refund
Tickets are posted by verified sellers, so buyers don't need to worry about fraudulent listings. StubHub's guarantee also protects the sellers, ensuring payouts are complete and on time, or within eight business days.
In order to complete the transfer of sales, buyers must accept the tickets, which are transferred digitally through StubHub. Once downloaded, passes may list different details, such as name. This simply reflects the original source of the ticket purchase and does not affect the buyer or the legitimacy of the ticket.
Changed your mind? You can resell the tickets on StubHub. Click here to learn more about selling tickets.