The prize money distributed among national teams that took part in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar has been confirmed. FIFA announced a total pool of 440 million dollars, a figure that reflects an increase of 40 million from the previous tournament in Russia four years earlier. This uplift underlines the growth in global investment in the event and the expanding footprint of international football on the world stage.
Under the official allocations, Argentina, the champions, will receive the largest share of the purse with 42 million dollars. France, finishing as runners-up, earns 30 million dollars, while Croatia, securing third place, takes home 27 million dollars. Morocco, in fourth place, is awarded 25 million dollars. These distributions illustrate not only the prestige of podium finishes but also the tangible rewards that come with success in the tournament.
Beyond the podium positions, teams that reached the quarterfinals but did not advance further each receive 17 million dollars. Those eliminated in the round of 16 are awarded 13 million dollars apiece. This group includes Senegal, the United States, Poland, Australia, Japan, Spain, Switzerland, and South Korea, highlighting the depth of talent across multiple regions and footballing traditions.
Teams that failed to progress beyond the group stage are allocated 9 million dollars each. This category includes Ecuador, Qatar, Iran, Wales, Mexico, Denmark, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Canada, Germany, Serbia, Belgium, Costa Rica, Uruguay, Cameroon, and Ghana. The structure aims to reward the broader participation and competitive efforts of the full World Cup lineup, even for teams that did not advance to the knockout rounds.
In another development related to the event, FIFA announced actions following incidents involving unauthorized individuals gaining access to the field after the final. The organization indicated that it would address security lapses and take measures to prevent such interruptions in future editions, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the matchday environment for players, officials, and fans alike. These steps reflect FIFA’s ongoing commitment to maintaining order, safety, and the integrity of the World Cup experience for supporters across North America and beyond. (citation: FIFA official communications)