England World Cup Tickets Guide 2026: How to buy, dates, group fixtures and best options

January 17, 2026 • 0 • min read

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England World Cup Tickets Guide 2026: How to buy, dates, group fixtures and best options

England begin their 2026 World Cup campaign on 17 June, and with excitement building ahead of next summer's tournament in North America, supporters will be keen to secure tickets early.

The Three Lions haven't lifted a major trophy since that iconic 1966 World Cup triumph, but they've come agonisingly close in recent years - reaching two European Championship finals and enjoying strong (if ultimately disappointing) World Cup runs.

Now, under new manager Thomas Tuchel, optimism is rising again.

Can England finally take the next step - or are they still just short of tournament favourites like Spain and France?

Either way, the World Cup only comes around once every four years, and fans won't want to miss the chance to follow England across the USA, Canada and Mexico.

How to Buy England World Cup Tickets 2026

The safest and most affordable route is always through the official England application and ballot process.

However, the official England ticket application phase ended earlier this week.

If you successfully entered the ballot, keep a close eye on your inbox and England ticketing account notifications over the coming weeks.

But what if you missed the official application?

If you didn't apply in time - or you're concerned about missing out in the ballot - your best option is to use trusted resale marketplaces.

A popular alternative used by many fans is StubHub, which can be a convenient way to find England tickets for the World Cup.

Whilst prices may be higher than face value, it's often one of the fastest routes to securing seats for high-demand matches.

England's 2026 World Cup Group Fixtures

England have been drawn into Group L, and Tuchel's side begin with a tough opener against familiar opposition:

17 June: England vs Croatia
23 June: England vs Ghana
27 June: England vs Panama

On paper, Croatia looks the toughest test, and England fans will remember they were knocked out by them in the 2018 semi-finals.

Ghana, meanwhile, are never an easy opponent, whilst Panama is expected to be the most straightforward group-stage fixture.

What England Squad Could Go to the 2026 World Cup?

The big question isn't just who England play, but it's what kind of England side turns up.

At this stage, some places look virtually guaranteed.

Harry Kane should lead the line as England's main scorer and captain. Key attacking support is likely to include Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka and Phil Foden, with Declan Rice remaining a nailed-on starter in midfield.

One of the standout stories from qualification has been Elliot Anderson, who has increasingly looked like a genuine first-choice option following several influential performances.

That said, there are plenty of spots still up for grabs, and it will be worth watching how a number of young talents develop across the season, including Morgan Rogers, Adam Wharton, Kobbie Mainoo, Nico O'Reilly and Myles Lewis-Skelly.

Some may currently be on the outside looking in, but England squads can change quickly - especially when club form and injuries come into play.