The Saudi Arabia national football team is launching an initiative to attract fans to the FIFA World Cup 2026 by offering free tickets to Saudi fans in the United States. According to media reports, the Saudi embassy in the United States announced this initiative, which aims to boost the team's fan attendance in the tournament. Saudi fans in the US will be able to get one free ticket each. This move comes as concerns grow about weak ticket sales for some World Cup 2026 matches. The Saudi initiative also aims to encourage fans to travel and follow the team's matches, especially given the long distances between host cities and the difficulty of traveling. This comes amid a broader controversy over ticket pricing policies for the tournament, with the organizing body facing legal and political criticism in the US. Although the Saudi team is not considered one of the top contenders to advance in the tournament, the initiative reflects a desire to ensure supportive fan attendance during the group stage.