World Cup 2026: Record RM205mil prize awaits Spain or Argentina
Spain and Argentina are set to compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, with the winning team guaranteed a record US$50 million prize. FIFA has announced a total financial distribution of US$727 million for the tournament, marking a significant increase in prize money.
Why it matters
The record-breaking prize money reflects the massive commercial growth of international football and the high stakes of the 2026 World Cup.
KUALA LUMPUR: Who will walk away with a record US$50mil (about RM204.8mil) prize after arguably the most eagerly anticipated football match in recent times?
European champions Spain will face reigning world champions Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, United States, at 3am Malaysian time on Monday (July 20), in a clash that pits the continent's finest against the holders of football's biggest prize.
According to FIFA, the champions will receive US$50mil as part of a record US$727mil (about RM2.98bil) financial distribution approved for the 2026 edition.
The largest share of the package, US$655mil (about RM2.68bil), has been allocated as prize money for the 48 participating teams, representing a 50 per cent increase from the previous tournament.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in