World Cup 2026: Record RM205mil prize awaits Spain or Argentina

World Cup 2026: Record RM205mil prize awaits Spain or Argentina highlights the money at stake for the final between Spain and Argentina. The match is scheduled for 3am Malaysian time on Monday, July 20, at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, United States. FIFA says the champions will receive US$50 million (about RM204.8 million) from a record US$727 million (about RM2.98 billion) distribution for the 48-team tournament. Prize money for teams is US$655 million (about RM2.68 billion), a 50% increase, while runners-up take US$33 million (about RM135.16 million). Spain seeks a second title after 2010, and Argentina aims for a fourth crown after 1978, 1986 and 2022. The story also notes steep fan ticket costs, with Category 1 seats retailing from US$10,990 (about RM45,014).