*MEDIA ALERT* Verizon and David Beckham Kick Off Third Wave of Verizon Ultimate Access, Dropping Free FIFA World Cup 2026™ Tickets Exclusively for Customers
Verizon (NYSE: VZ) and David Beckham are launching the third wave of Verizon Ultimate Access with a free ticket drop for FIFA World Cup 2026.
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Verizon (NYSE: VZ) and David Beckham are launching the third wave of Verizon Ultimate Access with a free ticket drop for FIFA World Cup 2026. From January 7–11, 2026 at 3:00 PM daily, U.S. customers can claim hundreds of free tickets to group-stage matches in U.S. host cities through the My Verizon app on a first-come, first-served basis. The program, offered as part of Verizon Access loyalty benefits, intends to provide thousands of customers free access to World Cup matches. Non-customers are invited to switch service in-store or online at verizon.com to participate.
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News Market Reaction – VZ
On Jan 5, the day this news came out, VZ closed 0.72% below the previous close.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Jan 5 session.
Key Figures
- Ticket drop window
- January 7–11, 2026
- Dates when customers can claim free FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets
- Daily drop time
- 3:00 PM
- Time each day tickets are released during the promotion
Historical Context
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NEW YORK, Jan. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --
WHAT: Verizon is back with David Beckham to announce the third Verizon Ultimate Access ticket drop for FIFA World Cup 2026™ giving customers an unprecedented opportunity to attend World Cup matches. From January 7-11, customers will have the chance to score hundreds of free tickets to every match, including all group stage matches in every U.S. city.
WHY: As the Official Telecommunication Services Sponsor of FIFA World Cup 2026™, Verizon is rewarding customers by bringing them closer to the action than anyone else. Through Verizon Access, the loyalty program that unlocks exclusive events and experiences simply for being a customer, Verizon is providing unbeatable value and meeting the intense demand for these highly coveted tickets by prioritizing its customers for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Over the course of the program, thousands of Verizon customers will score tickets to the FIFA World Cup – absolutely free.
WHEN:
- Verizon will drop free tickets between January 7 – January 11, 2026 at 3:00PM daily.
WHERE & HOW:
- U.S. customers have the chance to claim tickets on a first-come, first-served basis in the My Verizon app via Verizon Access, the Company’s loyalty program that gives customers access to exclusive events, experiences and more.
- Not a Verizon customer? There’s still time to switch! Head to a nearby store or www.verizon.com.
- For More Information: visit Verizon.com/FIFA
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Elizabeth Angley
Elizabeth.Angley@verizon.com
Sara Eljouzi
sara.eljouzi@verizon.com
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