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FIFA World Cup winner to get record $50 million jackpot

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The winner of the 2026 World Cup will receive a record jackpot of $50 million, FIFA said Wednesday.

Breakdown
  • 2026 World Cup winner to get record $50 million prize
  • Prize up from $42 million in 2022 and $38 million in 2018 9s
  • All teams get at least $9 million plus $1.5 million for preparation 16s
  • Runners-up, third, and fourth place get $33M, $29M, and $27M 52s
  • All 48 teams receive $1.5 million for preparation costs 1m 1s