Summary
Ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, have risen sharply, making it the most expensive in history. FIFA has introduced a dynamic pricing system that changes ticket costs based on demand, causing concerns among fans and politicians about accessibility. The new resale system allows for uncapped prices, leading to even higher costs on the secondary market.
Key Facts
- The 2026 World Cup will take place in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
- Final match tickets are starting at around $6,300, with resale prices already above $25,000.
- FIFA has introduced a dynamic pricing system for the first time in World Cup history.
- Dynamic pricing adjusts ticket costs based on how many people want them at any given time.
- Group-stage tickets start at $60, while top final seats go up to $6,730.
- In Qatar in 2022, the most expensive final ticket was $1,607.
- FIFA's resale platform allows tickets to be sold without price limits in the U.S. and Canada.
- FIFA will charge a 15% fee to both buyers and sellers in resale transactions.
