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On July 20, 2026, Spain secured victory over Argentina in the FIFA World Cup final, claiming the title of world champions and earning the highest prize money in the tournament’s history. The Spanish national team collected 50 million U.S. dollars, equivalent to approximately 43.7 million euros, marking a record-breaking payout by the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA). This amount surpassed previous winners, including Argentina, which received 33 million dollars (about 28.9 million euros) for finishing second. The total prize pool distributed by FIFA among the 48 participating teams amounted to 655 million dollars (approximately 572 million euros). The distribution varied based on how far each team advanced during the competition, with payouts ranging from nine million dollars (around 7.9 million euros) for teams that reached the group stage to the maximum of 50 million dollars for the champion. England, which finished third after defeating France 6–4 in the third-place match, was awarded 29 million dollars (25.4 million euros). France, which took fourth place, received 27 million dollars (23.6 million euros). Teams that placed fifth through eighth, Norway, Belgium, Morocco, and Switzerland, were rewarded with 19 million dollars (16.6 million euros), while those ranked ninth through 16th, including Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, the United States, Portugal, Canada, Egypt, and Paraguay, received 15 million dollars (13.1 million euros). For teams that advanced further into the knockout stages, the prize money increased significantly. Those who achieved placements from 17th to 32nd were awarded 11 million dollars (9.6 million euros). These included teams such as Netherlands, Germany, South Africa, Japan, Australia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ghana, Ecuador, Sweden, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Algeria, Senegal, and the Faroe Islands, all of whom participated in the tournament held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Teams that managed to reach the round of 16, which includes positions from 33rd to 48th, were given 9 million dollars (7.9 million euros). This category included Iran, South Korea, Turkey, Scotland, Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, Czechia, New Zealand, Qatar, Curaçao, Panama, Jordan, Haiti, Uzbekistan, Tunisia, and Iraq. Each of these teams earned their share for reaching the later stages of the competition. In addition to the performance-based rewards, every team received 1.5 million dollars (1.3 million euros) as reimbursement for preparation costs prior to the start of the tournament. This ensured that even teams that did not advance beyond the group stage still benefited financially from their participation. The decision to increase the prize pool reflects FIFA's ongoing efforts to enhance the financial appeal of the World Cup, making it more attractive for both players and national federations. With this year’s edition setting new records, the tournament has once again demonstrated its status as one of the most lucrative sporting events globally.