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FIFA boosts 2026 World Cup prize money to record $871 million

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FIFA is significantly increasing the prize money for the 2026 World Cup, distributing a record $871 million to the 48 participating teams. This represents a 15% increase from the previous tournament and includes a minimum of $12.5 million for each team, covering preparation and qualification. Additional prize money, ranging from $9 million to $50 million, will be awarded based on final rankings, with the winner taking home $50 million. AI

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FIFA boosts 2026 World Cup prize money to record $871 million

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Emma Burleigh ·

    World Cup teams will be paid a record $871 million: Each team will get $12.5 million as a bare minimum for playing and ‘preparation money’

    The winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take home an eye-watering $50 million, while those in last will get an extra $9 million.

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