05/21/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/21/2026 05:59
NEW YORK-The countdown is reaching a fever pitch. Today Verizon, the Official Telecommunication Services Sponsor for FIFA World Cup 2026™, announced its largest free ticket giveaway for Verizon customers to secure free seats at the world's biggest sporting event. To mark the occasion, Verizon is debuting a brand new commercial featuring David Beckham, who returns to show fans how Verizon is the only way to get "Ultimate Access" to the tournament.
"At Verizon, we're obsessed with giving our customers access and experiences that are above and beyond," said Leslie Berland, Chief Marketing Officer, Verizon. "This is our biggest FIFA World Cup ticket drop yet for the most highly anticipated sporting event. And with perks like Fox One, we're making it easy for our customers to watch the game."
The last chance ticket drop prior to tournament: June 1
Verizon has already given customers thousands of free tickets to FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches, including hundreds of "Golden Tickets" for pitchside access. For Verizon customers who haven't yet secured their spot, Verizon's biggest ticket drop yet will occur on June 1 at 3:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM CT / 12:00 PM PT, with over 2,500 free tickets across 64 matches to drop in every single U.S. host city. Hundreds of extra lucky winners will get to score "Golden Tickets" to watch a portion of the game pitchside. All tickets will be available on a first-come, first-served basis exclusively through Verizon Access in the My Verizon app. Since travel and accommodation is not included, this drop is optimized for customers to win tickets to the games closest to home. Accounts will only be available to claim tickets to games that fall within 150 miles of their home address.
Tickets will drop in every single U.S. host city. Select matches and times include:
Pacific time cities at 12pm PT:
Central time cities at 2pm CT:
East coast cities at 3pm ET:
Entertainment built for fans: FOX One perk
Verizon is also bringing the tournament directly to customers' devices.
Powering the world's stage
Verizon is transforming the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with advanced 5G and fiber technology, delivering massive connectivity upgrades across all host stadiums and Fan Festivals to elevate the fan experience. Learn more about how Verizon is building the digital backbone of the tournament.