World Cup tickets: Huge demand and sky-high pricesThe FIFA World Cup Trophy is displayed on a podium during the draw for the 2026 FIFA Football World Cup taking place in the US, Canada and Mexico, at the Kennedy Center, in Washington, DC, on December 5, 2025. There will be a total of 104 matches played at this expanded World Cup, the first ever to feature 48 teams, and ticket prices have soared for the most in-demand games. FIFA president Gianni Infantino insists ticket prices are simply a consequence of the huge demand. FIFA has also put on sale packages combining match tickets with access to VIP lounges. An alternative for visiting fans who do not have match tickets is to go to one of the Fan Festivals in and around the 16 host cities.

Source: Philippine Star March 02, 2026 04:58 UTC