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FIFA World Cup prize money: How much Spain, Argentina, Ghana and all 48 teams earned
By GhanaSummary Newsroom1 min read
The 2026 FIFA World Cup not only crowned Spain as world champions but also delivered the largest prize fund in the tournament's history, with FIFA distributing a record US$871 million among the 48 participating nations.
The new prize represents a substantial increase from the US$42 million Argentina received for winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Spain earned US$51 million for winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while FIFA distributed a record US$871 million among all 48 participating nations.
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