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Fifa raises top ticket price for World Cup final to $10,990, up from $1,600 in 2022
New tickets released for some group games and final
TL;DR
- Fifa has increased the top ticket price for the World Cup final to $10,990.
- This price is a substantial rise from the $1,600 top price in 2022.
- Fifa is using a dynamic pricing model, which adjusts prices based on demand.
- The price increase has led to criticism that Fifa is pricing fans out of the tournament.
- US Congress members have written to Fifa expressing concerns about the financial exclusivity of the event.
- Tickets for the final and 17 group stage matches were released, with more to come.
- The sales process experienced technical issues upon opening.
- Fifa will receive a 15% cut from tickets resold on the secondary market.
- Profits from the tournament are intended to support grassroots football globally.
- The World Cup will be held across the US, Mexico, and Canada, with the final in New Jersey.