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💰 FIFA AWARDS RECORD $871 MILLION IN 2026 WORLD CUP PRIZE MONEY

The 2026 FIFA World Cup was not only the biggest tournament in history with 48 participating nations, but also the most financially rewarding. FIFA distributed a record $871 million in prize money, ensuring that every team left the competition with a significant financial reward.

Newly crowned world champions Spain earned the biggest payout after lifting the trophy, while all participating nations received guaranteed prize money based on how far they progressed in the tournament. In addition, every team was given a $2.5 million preparation grant before the competition kicked off.

Prize Money Breakdown:

🏆 Champions (Spain): $51 million
🥈 Runners-up (Argentina): $34 million
🥉 Third Place (England): $30 million
🏅 Fourth Place (France): $28 million
⚽ Quarter-finalists: $20 million each
⚽ Round of 16: $16 million each
⚽ Round of 32: $12 million each
⚽ Group Stage Teams: $10 million each

The record-breaking prize fund reflects FIFA’s commitment to rewarding all participating nations in the first-ever 48-team World Cup, making the 2026 edition the most lucrative in football history.

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