Fans Outraged as FIFA World Cup 2026 Ticket Prices Skyrocket to Over US$100,000

World Cup 2026 fever has come with sticker shock as fans reel from skyrocketing ticket and parking prices across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Reports reveal that even parking passes for key matches reach up to US$175 (RM721), while premium tickets are climbing beyond imagination.

FIFA’s dynamic pricing system has triggered outrage among supporters, with some resale tickets for early matches listed at over US$100,000 on FIFA’s own platform. Fans say the organisation is prioritising profit over accessibility, despite promising affordable options. In contrast, at the 2022 Qatar World Cup, ticket prices started as low as US$11.

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Even the cheapest seats for the 2026 opening rounds now hover around US$60, while final match seats at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium exceed US$6,300. Critics argue the tournament, projected to generate over US$15 billion in revenue, has become the most lucrative — but also the least fan-friendly — in FIFA history.

Despite the backlash, demand remains immense, with more than 1.5 million tickets sold during presales. Many supporters, especially from Australia and the US, vow to attend — even without confirmed seats — proving that passion for the world’s game still outweighs price tags. Photo: Unsplash

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