Spain wins 2026 World Cup as FIFA revenues reach record highs

Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final held at MetLife Stadium in New York on July 19. The victory secured Spain a significant financial prize, though sources provide conflicting data: some reports cite a winner's bonus of 43.3 million euros, while others suggest 37.1 million euros. The runner-up, Argentina, received between 24.5 and 28.6 million euros, and England, finishing third, earned between 21.5 and 25.1 million euros. FIFA's total tournament revenue is projected to reach approximately 13 billion euros, exceeding earlier estimates of 9.6 billion euros. This increase is attributed to robust hospitality income and secondary ticket market fees. The 489 million euro total prize pool represents a 50% increase compared to the 2022 Qatar tournament. Gianni Infantino's administration has faced scrutiny regarding various tournament management issues, yet most member federations continue to support his leadership.