England Claims World Cup Third Place, Earns $29 Million Prize

England has claimed third place in the 2026 World Cup, securing a prize of $29 million (approximately 940 million New Taiwan dollars). France finished in fourth place, earning $27 million (approximately 880 million New Taiwan dollars). The difference in prize money between the two teams amounts to $2 million.

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England won this World Cup third-place match with 6:4, bravely winning this year's third place, not only bringing back the bronze medal but also receiving $29 million in prize money.

This year's World Cup features an expanded 48-team format, and FIFA has increased the total prize money to a record $655 million, a 50% rise from the 2022 Qatar World Cup. The champion team will receive $50 million, the runner-up $33 million, third place $29 million, and fourth place $27 million.

Beyond the top four, teams reaching the quarterfinals will receive $19 million, those in the round of 16 will get $15 million, and teams eliminated in the group stage will still receive $9 million. Additionally, FIFA provides a $1.5 million preparation subsidy to each team that qualifies for the main tournament, ensuring every participating team receives at least $10.5 million.

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France finished fourth and will receive $27 million, with the prize money difference between the two sides being $2 million.

Compared to the 2022 World Cup, where the champion Argentina received $42 million, runner-up France $30 million, third-place Croatia $27 million, and fourth-place Morocco $25 million, the prize money for all positions in the 2026 tournament has been elevated. FIFA's overall financial contribution to the 48 participating member associations marks a new high.

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The total prize money for this World Cup has been increased to a record $655 million, a 50% increase compared to the 2022 Qatar World Cup.