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Brazil to Pay €1M Bonus per Player for 2026 World Cup Title

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The Brazilian Football Confederation has set a major financial incentive for the Brazil national football team ahead of the 2026 tournament, agreeing to pay €1 million per player if the team wins the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The total bonus pool is expected to exceed €25 million, reflecting the federation’s ambition to secure a historic sixth World Cup title—often referred to as the “Hexa.”

Backed by FIFA Prize Money

The bonus structure is supported by the financial rewards of the tournament, with FIFA set to award approximately €50 million to the World Cup winner.

Final Preparations Under Ancelotti

Managed by Carlo Ancelotti, Brazil will complete its preparations with two friendly matches:

  • May 31: Brazil vs Panama
  • June 6: Brazil vs Egypt

Group Stage Schedule

Brazil’s group-stage fixtures:

  • June 13: vs Morocco
  • June 19: vs Haiti
  • June 24: vs Scotland

The tournament will be held across the United States, Mexico, and Canada between June 11 and July 19, 2026.