Spain and Argentina face off in the 2026 World Cup final with record prize money

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, at 22:00 in New York. FIFA has increased the tournament's total prize pool to 489 million euros, marking a 50% increase compared to the 2022 event in Qatar. The winner of the final will receive 37.1 million euros, while the runner-up is set to earn 24.5 million euros. In the third-place match, England defeated France, securing 21.5 million euros compared to France's 20 million euros. These funds are distributed to national football federations rather than directly to players. The winning amount represents an increase of approximately 6 million euros for the champion compared to the previous tournament. This event concludes the 2026 World Cup, with Argentina aiming to defend their title and Spain seeking their second trophy.