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FIFA slashes some World Cup ticket prices after global fan backlash

2 sources5 storiesFirst seen 12/16/2025Score48Breakthrough
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The World Cup starts Thursday, and FIFA is charging record prices at the 11 stadiums in the United States, three in Mexico and two in Canada

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FIFA slashed the price of some World Cup tickets following a worldwide backlash, with some final seats available for $60.

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FIFA says it's received more than 500 million World Cup ticket requests.

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FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.

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Hundreds of free World Cup tickets will be given to working families with kids, first responders and military families in the New York City area.

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The world's eyes are focused on North America, as the Men's World Cup kicks off in Mexico City on Thursday, with matches in the U.S.

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