'Anger and disappointment' as fans priced out of World Cup
Summary
Fans are upset about the high costs of tickets for the 2026 World Cup. Ticket prices for matches have significantly increased since the last tournament, making it difficult for many supporters to afford them, especially those from smaller nations. The Football Supporters' Association criticized these prices, and some fans are reconsidering attending due to financial constraints.Key Facts
- Fans are upset about the high ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup.
- The Football Supporters' Association called the prices an "insult" to fans.
- Tickets for group-stage matches can be more than a month's wages in some countries.
- The cheapest ticket for the World Cup final will cost £3,119.
- In Haiti, attending all group matches would cost more than four months' salary.
- In Ghana, average monthly earnings are less than half the cost of the cheapest World Cup group match ticket.
- An England fan attending all matches until the final might spend at least £7,800 on tickets and travel.
- The World Cup expanded to include 48 teams, but rising prices may exclude many fans from attending.
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