The winner of the World Cup will hoist a trophy, receive championship rings for the first time and gain a lifetime of glory in what will be a defining moment in the country’s sports history. It’ll also lead to a significant payday.The World Cup winner earns US$51 million. The second prize is US$34 million.FIFA expanded the payout for the 2026 World Cup, setting a record with a combined US$871 million paid to the 48 participating teams.

The World Cup winners are in a bumper payday after a big hike for the 2026 tournament

The team that wins the third-place match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup will take home $29 million in official FIFA performance prize money. The losing team in that match, which…