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FIFA opens 2026 World Cup ticket applications from September 10

By Emmanuel Austin Baah
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The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) has officially announced the long-awaited opening date for ticket applications to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Fans across the globe hoping to witness football’s showpiece event live can mark their calendars for Wednesday, September 10, when the ticketing portal goes live.

Interested supporters will need to register and create their personal FIFA ID at FIFA.com/tickets to enter the initial ticket draw for a chance to secure seats.

The 2026 World Cup is poised to become the biggest tournament in history, being co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States. The announcement has sparked excitement among fans, especially after the successful hosting of the recent FIFA Club World Cup in the U.S., which served as a high-profile prelude to the global event.

“We’re looking forward to welcoming the world back to North America, as Canada, Mexico and the United States host what will be the biggest and greatest sporting event ever. We encourage fans everywhere to get ready to secure their place – these will be the most coveted seats in world sport”; said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

FIFA has revealed that the ticketing process for the 2026 tournament will unfold in several phases. Each round will offer various purchasing systems, payment options and categories of tickets, catering to different fans’ needs and budgets.

The governing body has pledged to provide further details each month, ensuring fans have ample information as the build-up to the world’s premier football event continues.

Adding to the anticipation, FIFA confirmed key dates for fans to watch. The official final draw for the competition, where teams discover their group stage opponents, match venues and kick-off times, is set for December 2025. This milestone will offer supporters a clearer view of the matches they could attend, fueling further frenzy in the ticket application process.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup itself is scheduled to kick off on Thursday, June 11, 2026, with an opening match in Mexico City. The world’s eyes will turn to North America for just over a month, culminating in the grand final, which will take place in the New York/New Jersey area on Sunday, July 19.

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  • My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

    I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

    Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

    Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

    I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

    For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

For professional engagements, media collaborations or enquiries, please contact me on 0265284330.

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