England will face Argentina in the 2022 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, December 18, at Lusail Stadium. The match kicks off at 3pm UK time. Tickets for the final are in high demand, with FIFA releasing a limited number of remaining tickets on a first-come, first-served basis.
How to buy tickets
Tickets can be purchased through the official FIFA ticketing website. Fans must create an account and log in to access the ticket portal. As of now, only category 1 and 4 tickets are available, priced at £585 and £70 respectively for the general public. Hospitality packages are also available, starting from £1,950.
According to FIFA, tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis, and fans are advised to act quickly as stocks are limited. Each person can buy up to six tickets per match, subject to availability.
Ticket prices for the final
Category 1: £585 (approx. $750)Category 2: £410 (approx. $525)Category 3: £220 (approx. $280)Category 4: £70 (approx. $90) for residents of Qatar only.Hospitality: from £1,950 (approx. $2,500).
Note that category 4 tickets are reserved exclusively for Qatar residents. International fans can only purchase categories 1, 2, or 3, if available.
England's road to the final
England reached the final after a dramatic 2-1 victory over France in the semi-finals. Goals from Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka secured the win, setting up a clash with Argentina, who defeated Croatia 3-0 in the other semi-final.
Argentina's campaign
Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, have been dominant, winning all but one of their matches. Their only loss was a shock 2-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia in the group stage. They have since beaten Australia, Netherlands (on penalties), and Croatia to reach the final.
Where to watch the final
For fans without tickets, the match will be broadcast live on BBC One and ITV in the UK. Public screenings are also planned across the UK, including at fan zones in London, Manchester, and Birmingham.
Travel and accommodation
Fans traveling to Qatar are advised to book accommodation through the official accommodation portal, as short-term rentals like Airbnb are restricted. The Hayya Card is mandatory for entry into Qatar and access to stadiums.
