How to Secure Round of 16 Tickets for World Cup 2026: Matchups, Dates & Buying Tips

The excitement around the World Cup 2026 Round of 16 is building as the Round of 32 finishes up. The tournament bracket is nearly set, leaving no room for mistakes. One of the most anticipated clashes will be between co-hosts Canada and Morocco, kicking off on July 4th in Houston.

Several other heavyweights have secured their spots, including Brazil and Paraguay. This means ticket demand is soaring across venues in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

Confirmed Round of 16 Matches and Details

• Quarterfinals: July 9–11 at venues in Boston, Los Angeles, Miami, and Kansas City
• Semifinals: July 14–15, 3pm KO at Dallas and Atlanta Stadiums
• Third Place Match: July 18, 3pm KO in Miami
• Final: July 19, 3pm KO at New York New Jersey Stadium

Round of 32 Games Still to Play

Official ticket lotteries such as the Visa Presale, Early Ticket Draw, and Random Selection Draw have ended after processing over 500 million requests. This means tickets directly from FIFA are now very limited.

The Last-Minute Sales Phase started April 1. These tickets are sold first-come, first-served with immediate confirmation. This is likely your final chance to buy official tickets straight from FIFA.

The FIFA Official Resale Marketplace is open too. It’s the main authorized place to buy or sell verified tickets at set prices as the event nears.

If official sources run dry, secondary platforms like StubHub might have last-minute tickets. Make sure you check their terms before buying.