Egypt Opens Official Roadmap to World Cup 2026 Tickets: How Fans Can Secure Seats
20 November 2025
Overview of World Cup 2026 Ticketing for Egyptian Fans
Dr. Mostafa Azam, executive director of the Egyptian Football Association, outlined the official steps Egyptian fans must follow to purchase tickets for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
With Egypt aiming to participate in the world’s biggest football event, the draw to determine groups and matches is slated for December 5. This will shape the Pharaohs’ path to the finals.
Azam emphasized that ticket purchases will be exclusively through FIFA’s official ticketing portal, and urged fans to avoid any unauthorized sellers to protect themselves from scams.
Key steps for Egyptian fans
The initial step is to create a FIFA Ticketing Account. This account must be fully activated before any ticket requests can be submitted.
Applications will be open from December 11, 2025 to January 13, 2026. Fans will select matches and submit requests electronically through the platform.
After the submission window closes, a Random Selection Draw will allocate tickets to fans through the Egypt PMA Allocation, ensuring a fair chance for those seeking to support the national team.
Once the draw results are announced, payment must be completed within a defined period. Delays may result in automatic cancellation of the request.
Delivery, resale, and limits
All tickets will be delivered digitally to the registered FIFA account as QR codes for stadium entry, aligned with modern safety and authentication standards.
The federation has formally requested FIFA to enable a resale service for Egyptian fans who cannot attend after purchase. A decision is pending, but any resale would occur exclusively through FIFA’s platform to protect consumers and curb illegal sales.
FIFA rules allow a maximum of four tickets per match and up to 40 tickets per family for the entire tournament, designed to prevent hoarding and maximize access for a broader fan base.
Practical reminders for travelers
Fans are urged to purchase tickets only via official channels and to start visa preparations early for travel to the United States, Canada, and Mexico, ensuring smooth travel arrangements.
The federation continues its work to secure a strong Egyptian presence at the World Cup, underscoring that fan support is a key ingredient in the team’s journey.
Egypt, captained by coach Hosam Hassan, qualified for the World Cup for the fourth time after taking part in 1934, 1990, and 2018.
In parallel, the team is preparing for the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco from December 21 to January 18.
Final notes and encouragement
Fans are urged to stay informed through official channels and avoid third-party sources to ensure tickets are genuine and guaranteed.
Visas and travel logistics should be arranged well in advance to prevent last-minute snags during the World Cup journey.
Sniper-style punchlines to keep the mood light: 1) Buy tickets with precision—one click, one goal, zero retries. 2) If the queue feels endless, remember: even a perfect aim needs a little patience before the net bulges—enjoy the wait, it’s almost as exciting as the goal itself.
