FIFA President Gianni Infantino has expressed confidence that every match of the 2026 World Cup will be played to full stadiums, despite the fact that tickets are still available before the tournament begins on June 11. In a recent interview with CNBC, Infantino highlighted the astonishing ticket demand, stating that there were 508 million requests for tickets during the ticket sales phase, which offered around seven million tickets across the globe.

Infantino emphasized that this staggering interest is unprecedented, indicating that it reflects the great excitement surrounding the tournament. He mentioned that FIFA has retained a portion of tickets for a last-minute sales phase set to begin in April and continue until the conclusion of the tournament on July 19, 2026. The significant number of ticket requests indicates that fans from over 200 countries are eager to participate in this historic sporting event.

Furthermore, Infantino acknowledged concerns raised by fan groups about the high prices of tickets, which have reportedly reached record levels on resale platforms. He likened the event to having 104 versions of the Super Bowl held in a single month, demonstrating the immense demand and anticipation for the World Cup in 2026. This event, co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, is expected to be a pivotal moment in sports history due to its scale and the widespread appeal of football.