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FIFA World Cup 2026: Just 13 Days Until Kickoff, Nine African Teams Ready, and What Tickets Cost

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is less than two weeks away, with the tournament set to begin on June 11, 2026 - just 13 days from today (May 29, 2026). The opening match between Mexico and South Africa will kick off at Mexico City's iconic Azteca Stadium, marking the first time the tournament will be jointly hosted across three nations: Canada, the United States, and Mexico. The tournament will conclude with the final on July 19, 2026, spanning 39 days of football action.

1. Morocco
2. Senegal
3. Algeria
4. Tunisia
5. Egypt
6. Côte d'Ivoire
7. Ghana
8. Cape Verde
9. South Africa

The 2026 World Cup has seen ticket prices increase by more than 300% compared to Qatar 2022, making it the most expensive tournament in history. Here's what tickets cost in USD and their approximate value in South African Rands (ZAR):

-Opening Match (Cat 3) = $895 (R16,110)
-Opening Match (Final Resale) = $5,324 (R95,832)
-Final (Cat 3) = $3,450 (R62,100)
-Final (Resale Record) =$143,750 (R2,587,500)
-Final (Cheapest Resale) = $9,775 (R175,950)
-Group Stage (Cat 3) = $100–$400 (R1,800–R7,200)
-Supporters Groups Special = $60 (R1,080)

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