World Cup Ticket Prices Plunge for USMNT Games
Summary
Ticket resale prices for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, especially those involving the U.S. men's national soccer team (USMNT), have dropped sharply as the tournament approaches. This decline in prices reflects lower-than-expected fan interest and high original ticket prices, with some matches losing over 40% in resale value.Key Facts
- Resale prices for USMNT games have fallen by more than 30% in the last month.
- Tickets for the U.S. vs. Turkey game on June 25 dropped by 44%.
- Average ticket prices across all World Cup games have decreased by 22%.
- Some group-stage matches, like Iraq vs. Norway and Switzerland vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina, saw price drops above 50%.
- USMNT tickets still cost between $700 and $1,000 on resale sites despite declines.
- Experts say FIFA priced tickets too high, leading to less demand and falling resale prices.
- Fans may wait to buy tickets hoping prices will fall further, possibly lowering prices more.
- Concerns about travel to the U.S. may also be reducing demand for tickets.
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