Verizon, the Official Telecommunication Services Sponsor for FIFA World Cup 2026, has announced its largest free ticket giveaway for customers, with over 2,500 tickets to be dropped on June 1 at 3:00 PM ET. The tickets span all 64 matches across every U.S. host city, with hundreds of 'Golden Tickets' offering pitchside access. The drop, available exclusively through Verizon Access in the My Verizon app, will be first-come, first-served, and limited to matches within 150 miles of the customer's home address.
To mark the announcement, Verizon debuted a new commercial featuring David Beckham, highlighting the company's commitment to providing 'Ultimate Access' to the tournament. 'At Verizon, we’re obsessed with giving our customers access and experiences that are above and beyond,' said Leslie Berland, Chief Marketing Officer, Verizon. 'This is our biggest FIFA World Cup ticket drop yet for the most highly anticipated sporting event.'
The ticket drop is optimized for local fans, with specific match times for each time zone. For example, Pacific Time cities like Seattle and Los Angeles will have drops at 12:00 PM PT, while Central Time cities like Kansas City and Dallas will drop at 2:00 PM CT. East Coast cities, including Boston and New York, will see drops at 3:00 PM ET.
In addition to tickets, Verizon is enhancing the viewing experience with the FOX One perk. New Verizon Home Internet customers can get 3 months of FOX One on us, while myPlan customers can add FOX One as a monthly perk for $15/month, saving nearly $5 off the standard retail price. FOX One offers live and on-demand content of sports, news, and entertainment.
Verizon is also powering the FIFA World Cup 2026 with advanced 5G and fiber technology, delivering connectivity upgrades across host stadiums and Fan Festivals. Learn more about how Verizon is building the digital backbone of the tournament here. This announcement underscores Verizon's role in transforming the fan experience through technology and exclusive access.
