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Rugby World Cup 2033: Ticket Pre-Registration Opens with Record Demand Expected

Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen

World Rugby launches pre-registration for Rugby World Cup 2033 tickets, with officials predicting unprecedented demand for the USA-hosted tournament.

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World Rugby has officially opened ticket pre-registration for Rugby World Cup 2033, with organizers anticipating record-breaking demand for the first Rugby World Cup to be held in the United States.

Pre-Registration Details

How to Register 1. Visit worldrugby.org/rwc2033 2. Create a World Rugby account 3. Select preferred matches and venues 4. Receive priority access codes

Timeline - **Pre-registration**: January 14 - April 30, 2026 - **Priority ballot**: May-June 2032 - **General sale**: September 2032 - **Resale platform**: January 2033

Venue Breakdown and Capacity

Major Venues

SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles (70,240) - Opening ceremony + match - Semi-finals - FINAL - Pool stage matches

MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey (82,500) - Semi-final - Pool stage matches - Largest venue capacity

AT&T Stadium, Dallas (80,000) - Quarter-finals - Pool stage matches - Retractable roof

Regional Venues

Levi's Stadium, San Francisco (68,500) - Quarter-final - Pool matches

Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta (71,000) - Quarter-final - Pool matches

Soldier Field, Chicago (61,500) - Pool matches

Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia (69,796) - Pool matches

Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas (65,000) - Pool matches

Ticket Categories

Match Tickets - **Category 1**: Premium sideline - $500-$1,500 - **Category 2**: Midfield upper - $250-$750 - **Category 3**: End zone - $100-$400 - **Category 4**: General admission - $50-$200

Package Deals - **Follow Your Team**: All pool matches for one nation - **Venue Pass**: All matches at one stadium - **Ultimate Experience**: Every knockout match - **Family Package**: Discounted rates for groups

Expected Demand

World Rugby CEO Alan Gilpin stated: "We anticipate 3-4 million ticket applications for 2.5 million available seats. The American market's enthusiasm for live sports, combined with the global rugby community, will make this the most-attended Rugby World Cup ever."

Demand Projections by Nation 1. **USA** - 800,000+ applications expected 2. **England** - 400,000+ 3. **Ireland** - 300,000+ 4. **New Zealand** - 250,000+ 5. **Australia** - 200,000+

Hospitality Packages

Premium hospitality will include: - Stadium club access - Pre-match dining - Player meet-and-greets - Commemorative gifts - Premium parking

Prices range from $2,000-$15,000 per match.

Tips for Securing Tickets

  1. Register early - priority is first-come
  2. Be flexible on dates and venues
  3. Consider less popular pool matches
  4. Join official supporter clubs for allocations
  5. Monitor social media for updates

Don't miss your chance to witness rugby history in America. Pre-register today at worldrugby.org/rwc2033.

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