US EditionFIFA Raises World Cup Final Ticket Price to $10,990
Dynamic pricing pushed costs higher for about 40 of 104 matches, and FIFA said additional tickets will be released on a rolling basis.
- FIFA raised its top ticket price for the World Cup final to $10,990 on Wednesday as sales reopened following the 48-team tournament field finalization.
- Soccer's governing body is implementing dynamic pricing for the 2026 World Cup, adjusting prices based on demand despite heavy criticism over record costs.
- An NPR examination found 40 out of 104 games now cost more than before, with Dallas matches rising to $3,710 and Mexico City opener seats hitting $2,985.
- Democratic members of Congress accused FIFA of "price gouging," while European fan groups filed formal complaints, calling the pricing "exorbitant."
- Tickets will be released on a rolling basis through July, yet critics warn the 2026 World Cup will become the most "financially exclusionary" tournament to date.
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The FIFA raises the maximum price of $2,400 for a ticket for the final of July 9th. And, compared to Qatar 2022, the increase is 686%
In the original joint offer of the United States, Canada and Mexico, forecasts indicated that the most expensive final card would be $1,550.
FIFA has released a few more tickets in the final phase of sales. The most expensive ticket for the final is available for $11,000.
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