The winners of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina will receive a record $50 million in prize money, the highest ever awarded to a World Cup champion.
According to USA Today, the runners-up will earn $33 million, while the tournament also features increased financial rewards across all participating teams.
Spain will be chasing their second FIFA World Cup title, while defending champions Argentina are aiming to retain the trophy and claim a fourth world crown.
In addition to the prize money, the champions will also receive commemorative World Cup championship rings, a new tradition introduced by FIFA for the 2026 tournament.
The full prize money breakdown is as follows:
•Champions: $50 million
•Runners-up: $33 million
•Third place: $29 million
•Fourth place: $27 million
•Fifth to eighth place: $19 million
•Ninth to 16th place: $15 million
•17th to 32nd place: $11 million
•33rd to 48th place: $9 million
