FIFA slashes some World Cup ticket prices after global fan backlash
Summary
FIFA has lowered the price of some World Cup tickets to $60 for loyal fans after critics said the original prices were too high. These cheaper tickets will be given to fans through their national soccer federations and will be available at every game during the 2026 World Cup in North America.Key Facts
- FIFA reduced some ticket prices to $60 for fans who have supported their teams before.
- These tickets will be distributed by the national federations of the participating teams.
- The cheaper tickets are called the "Supporter Entry Tier" and will number in the hundreds per game.
- The 2026 World Cup will expand from 32 to 48 teams and will take place in 16 cities across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
- Original ticket prices ranged from $120 to $4,185, which caused fan backlash worldwide.
- FIFA will waive administrative fees on refunds made after the final match on July 19, 2026.
- The tournament starts on June 11, 2026, and the final will be in New Jersey.
- The United States is in Group D along with Paraguay, Australia, and a team yet to qualify from the UEFA playoffs.
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