World Cup prize money 2026: How much will Spain and Argentina get?

Meghan L. Hall, USA TODAYFri, July 17, 2026 at 6:09 PM UTC

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The 2026 World Cup final comes with fame, glory and a whole lot of cash.

Making the last game in the tournament is a big deal. For Spain, it's a chance to win the country's second World Cup title. On Argentina's side, the nation could win its second consecutive title and its fourth overall championship.

In other words, there's a lot on the line. This year, not only will the winning team take home a championship ring, but they will also walk away with a record-breaking amount of prize money.

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How much will Spain or Argentina win in the World Cup final? USA TODAY has the answers. Here's how much the World Cup purse is for first and second place:

World Cup prize money

Should Spain or Argentina win the World Cup final, it will recieve $50 million. The runner-up receives $33 million.

Here's the full breakdown of the World Cup purse:

Champion: $50 million

Runner-up: $33 million

3rd place: $29 million

4th place: $27 million

5th-8th place: $19 million

9th-16th place: $15 million

17th- 32nd place: $11 million

33rd-48th place: $9 million

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