The big moment arrived in early February: FIFA began notifying applicants about the Random Selection Draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026. If you entered the draw during the official Random Selection period (11 December 2025–13 January 2026), check the email linked to your FIFA ticketing account and your FIFA ticket portal now — successful applicants were to be notified no earlier than 5 February 2026.
Why this matters: demand was extreme. FIFA reported an unprecedented volume of applications during the Random Selection phase — media reporting noted figures as high as hundreds of millions of ticket requests, underscoring how unlikely most applicants would be to receive every match they applied for.
If you didn’t get the full set of 2026 FIFA World Cup Tickets you asked for, that’s unfortunately normal given the scale of demand.
February 2026 Ticket Lottery Results: What It Means for U.S. Fans
If you applied, check the FIFA ticketing email and your account now. If you were successful, act fast to complete payment during your purchase window. If you missed out, don’t panic — there are official hospitality options and additional sales phases, but expect higher prices and limited stock. For U.S. fans planning travel, prioritize refundable bookings until your tickets are fully paid and confirmed.
Everything you need to know about the FIFA Random Selection Draw guidance, the FIFA Tickets hub, extensive news coverage of ticket demand, Bank of America and partner purchase window details, and local reports on winner notifications.
If you received a notification, what happens next
- Read the email carefully. The notification will tell you whether your application was successful in full, partially successful (fewer matches than requested), or unsuccessful. Successful applicants are typically provided a unique purchase link that opens a short purchase window to complete payment.
- Check payment options and timing. For certain partners (Visa / Bank of America promotions), purchase windows can open on a specific date and time — for example, some partner links begin the purchase window at 12:00 p.m. ET on February 10, 2026 and close when inventory is sold out or at a set cut-off. If you have a partner link, make sure your payment method is ready.
- Complete your purchase immediately. These purchase windows are short and inventory is limited — a “successful draw” email does not reserve the ticket until your payment goes through.
If you didn’t win 2026 FIFA World Cup Tickets (or only won partially) — practical next steps
- Wait for future sales phases. FIFA runs multiple official sales phases: ticket draws, PMA (participating member association) sales, first-come-first-served windows, hospitality packages, and potential resale phases. Keep checking FIFA.com/tickets and your FIFA account for updates.
- Consider official hospitality or travel packages. Hospitality packages (FIFA’s official partners) and authorized travel packages still offer guaranteed seats, though at a premium. These are legitimate high-cost options that are safer than third-party marketplaces.
- Beware secondary marketplaces. If you buy from resale sites, verify authenticity, buyer protection, and refund policies — and expect markups. Use only reputable, well-reviewed resellers and read buyer protections carefully.
Timing and logistics for U.S. fans
- Know the key dates: Random Selection notifications were released no earlier than 5 February 2026; partner purchase windows may open later (example: Feb 10 purchase window for partner link users). Mark your calendar for those times and be prepared to act.
- Travel and accommodations: If you have partial tickets or are confident of future sales phases, book flexible flights and refundable hotel options. Major host cities across the U.S., Mexico and Canada will fill quickly once match schedules and kick-off times are finalized.
How to Check FIFA World Cup February lottery results
- Use the FIFA ticketing account email you actually check — FIFA sends all results and purchase links there.
- Have a valid international payment card ready (Visa is commonly required for partner purchases). Partner windows sometimes restrict payment types.
- If you’re buying hospitality or resale tickets, prefer packages that include guarantee/insurance and clear refund terms. Official hospitality and FIFA package sellers offer the highest security.
Fans’ Questions about the 2026 FIFA World Cup Tickets
When were lottery winners notified?
FIFA began notifying successful/partially successful applicants no earlier than 5 February 2026.
If I won the draw, am I guaranteed to attend?
No — you must complete payment via the unique purchase link within the specified purchase window to secure the tickets.
What if I missed the partner purchase window?
ou’ll need to wait for other FIFA sales phases, hospitality packages, or verified resale options. Check FIFA.com/tickets for official updates.
