The world football governing body, FIFA has raised the prize money for the 2026 World Cup set for June next year by 50%.
The latest increase means a better off Qatar 2022 prize money by half.
The FIFA Council approved the record-breaking financial contribution of $727m, which is a raise of 50% on Wednesday during a meeting.
This amount will be distributed to Participating Member Associations (PMAs).
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$655m will be put towards prize money:
Champions: $50m
Runners-up: $33m
3rd place: $29m
4th place: $27m
5th-8th place: $19m
9th-16th place: $15m
17th- 32nd place: $11m
33rd-48th place: $9m
In addition, each qualified team will receive $1.5m to cover preparation costs.
This means that all Participating Member Associations are guaranteed at least $10.5m each.
FIFA increases prize money for 2026 World Cup by 50%; Ghana guaranteed $10.5m
