Verizon is offering its mobile and home customers, as well as small businesses nationwide, the opportunity to win tickets to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final, scheduled for July 19 at the New York New Jersey Stadium. The initiative aims to bring fans closer to the action through two main programs: a national ticket drop via Verizon Access and the Verizon Small Business Super Pitch Competition.
The national ticket drop will occur at 3pm EST on April 28, 2026, on a first-come, first-serve basis through Verizon Access. Eligible participants include Verizon mobile and home customers. The prize includes tickets to the final match, though travel and accommodations are not included. This drop provides a straightforward way for customers to secure seats to one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year.
For small business owners, Verizon has launched the Small Business Super Pitch Competition, offering tickets to multiple FIFA World Cup 2026 games, including the final, along with grant funding. To enter, small business owners aged 18 or older from all 50 states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands must meet eligibility requirements, including signing up for the free Verizon Small Business Digital Ready platform and completing one course or attending one event in the Winning Customers category between January 1 and May 18, 2026. Entries are accepted from April 27 until May 18, 2026, at 11:59pm PT. Regional semi-finals will be held in late June, with the final live-pitch event on July 17. More details are available at verizonsuperpitch.com.
Additionally, select Verizon retail stores across the U.S. will offer in-store entry opportunities from April 24 to May 15, 2026, for those who missed the ticket drop or do not own a small business. Shoppers can visit participating stores to enter for a chance to win tickets. For locations in Denver and Chicago, specific store pages are available at VisitVerizonStores.com/Denver and VisitVerizonStores.com/Chicago.
This announcement underscores Verizon's commitment to enhancing customer experiences and supporting small businesses. By leveraging the global appeal of the FIFA World Cup, Verizon provides unique opportunities for its customers and entrepreneurs to engage with a major international event. The small business competition, in particular, aligns with Verizon's broader efforts to empower small businesses through digital tools and resources. As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, these initiatives offer tangible benefits for participants, potentially driving engagement and brand loyalty for Verizon.
