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ARG vs ESP WC final: How much the champions will earn from a record $871M prize fund

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  1. The 2026 FIFA World Cup total prize fund is a record $871 million.

  2. Champions will receive $51 million; runners-up get $34 million.

  3. Every participating nation is guaranteed at least $12.5 million.

  4. Prize money goes to national federations, not directly to players.

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