Over the course of Friday, December 5, and Saturday, December 6, we finally got confirmation of the group stage matches for the 2026 World Cup — in an event full of glitz, glamour and awards for Donald Trump.
Here at SeatPick, we have a huge amount of ticket data on our hands thanks to the fact we are the leading aggregator of reliable resale sites online.
Going into World Cup 2026, England are second favourites behind Spain to win the whole tournament in USA, Mexico and Canada.
Scotland, meanwhile, are 25th favourites to win the World Cup. When it comes to ticket prices though the Tartan Army are the third most popular team of 42 confirmed sides heading to the North America World Cup.
| Rank | Team | Average starting Price |
| 1. | 🇲🇽 Mexico | £1,344 |
| 2. | 🇨🇴 Colombia | £882 |
| 3. | 🏴 Scotland | £746 |
| 4. | 🇵🇹 Portugal | £721 |
| 5. | 🇿🇦 South Africa | £716 |
| 6. | 🇺🇸 United States | £701 |
| 7. | 🇧🇷 Brazil | £675 |
| 8. | 🇦🇷 Argentina | £665 |
| 9. | 🇨🇦 Canada | £581 |
| 10. | 🏴 England | £533 |
Why Scotland’s World Cup 2026 Tickets Are Among the Most Expensive
Of all 42 confirmed teams qualified for the World Cup, Scotland currently have the third most expensive tickets on the resale market.
Mexico, as one of the hosts, and of the three countries, by far the most football-mad, have the most expensive tickets, but this phenomenon has been known for some time.
Another shock is Colombia, who are the second most expensive side at the World Cup currently. There are a couple of reasons for this.
Two of Colombia’s games take place in Mexico. Plane journeys from Colombia to Mexico are in the region of 5 hours and they are another football crazy country.
Colombia’s third game is against Portugal and takes place in the USA, which has the biggest Colombian disapora anywhere in the world. Portugal vs Colombia was by some distance the most popular World Cup group game on SeatPick this past weekend.
Six Reasons Why Scotland Tickets Are More Expensive Than England At World Cup 2026
The average starting price for a Scotland ticket at the 2026 World Cup is £746, which puts plenty of other countries in the shade, not just England.
Seeing the Tartan Army will set you back more money than watching one of the favourites in England, plenty more than holders Argentina and five-time winners Brazil.
Here are six reasons why we think this is the case:
1. Scotland’s World Cup Scarcity Drives Premium Pricing
Their first World Cup since 1998 creates a “once in a generation” narrative that English fans, who expect qualification, don’t have.
Every minute of every group game will be absolutely crucial for Scotland. Their players, especially the older ones, such as Andy Robertson, will see this tournament as their last chance to impress on the biggest stage.
Scotland also have some impressive performers in their squad. The likes of Napoli’s Scott McTominay and Aston Villa’s John McGinn will have no fear at a World Cup.
2. The Tartan Army Effect Is Real
Scotland’s notoriously passionate travelling support likely inflates demand beyond what neutral interest alone would generate.
The Tartan Army is legendary and willing to pay a premium to experience the World Cup.
The Tartan Army doesn’t negotiate – they’re paying for memories, not just matches
3. Scotland Offers Better Value Drama
Will Scotland finally make it out of their group at a World Cup?
All the other well-supported teams are expected to make it out of their group at this expanded 104-game tournament. Plenty of them with ease.
Scotland have never done this before and are sure to attract dramatic storylines, as they have done on plenty of occasions at World Cups before.
4. Will One Win Be Enough For Scotland?
One win in the group stage could be enough, as the eight best third-placed sides go through to the knockout rounds.
As a result, Scotland vs Haiti on June 13, is an enormous match for Steve Clarke’s team. Win that and ticket prices could come down for the remaining two games.
If that happens, Round of 32 World Cup tickets for Scotland’s first ever knockout match could sky rocket.
5. Scotland vs Brazil: Fifth Most Expensive World Cup Group Game
Scotland have one of the glamour matches to end their group stages.
A match against Brazil in Miami at Hard Rock Stadium.
Brazil vs Scotland is the fifth most popular match of the opening 72 games, according to current prices.
6. Scotland Have A More Appealing Draw Than England
Scotland drew tougher and more appealing fixtures than England.
The Three Lions face Croatia, Ghana and Panama. All teams the Three Lions should beat. Whilst Scotland have one winnable match and two real glamour opponents.
This Might Be Scotland’s Only World Cup Appearance In A Generation!
As can be seen from the data below, on average a Scotland ticket for the group stages of the World Cup costs £213 more than one for England.
This isn’t irrational – it’s the market pricing in 28 years of absence, a dream fixture against Brazil, and the reality that this might be Scotland’s only World Cup appearance in a generation.
England fans get routine World Cup football; Scotland fans get a once-in-a-lifetime experience. And the data shows they’re willing to pay 34% more for it.
| Scotland World Cup 2026 matches | Average Starting Price |
| Scotland vs Haiti | £657.72 |
| Scotland vs Morocco | £694.26 |
| Scotland vs Brazil | £888.27 |
| Average Scotland starting ticket price: | £746 |
| England World Cup 2026 matches | Average Starting Price |
| England vs Croatia | £615.97 |
| England vs Ghana | £567.24 |
| England vs Panama | £418.47 |
| Average England starting ticket price: | £533 |
All ticket prices correct as of Sunday, December 7, 2025.
