$100 million boost! FIFA hikes World Cup payouts as costs soar for teams
FIFA has approved over $100 million in additional funding for teams participating in the 2026 World Cup, raising minimum guaranteed payments to $12.5 million and basic prize money to $10 million per team.
This decision addresses rising costs in North America and increased financial strain on federations, ensuring better support for pre-tournament preparation and delegation expenses.
FIFA announces World Cup rules
- Players who cover mouths could face red card at World Cup RTE —
- Red cards can be given to players who cover their mouths while confronting opponents Associated Press —
- FIFA to award $871 million in prize money for 2026 World Cup, increasing figure by a further 15% CBS Sports —
- FIFA boosts World Cup money distributed to 48 participating teams USA Today —
- Players who cover mouths in confrontations to be sent off at World Cup Sky News —