Fifa brings in new £45 ticket for 2026 World Cup
Fifa introduces a small number of "more affordable" $60 (£45) tickets for all 104 matches at the 2026 World Cup following criticism of its pricing structure for the tournament.
www.bbc.comHere are the latest widely reported points about FIFA ticketing:
- Ticket pricing controversy for the 2026 World Cup has continued to draw criticism, with fans and football groups calling the prices "extortionate" and a "monumental betrayal" of supporters. This includes discussions around the gap between early pricing promises (e.g., affordable seats) and the actual prices observed in Phase 3 sales.[1][8]
- FIFA has repeatedly warned fans to buy tickets only from official sources and to avoid unofficial resale sites, as the tournament approaches and new sales phases roll out. Official sales are planned to occur through FIFA’s own channels, with timelines varying by phase (registrations, random selection draws, and general sales).[2][3]
- For context, FIFA’s official tickets site and announcements outline the four-ticket-category structure and the staged release process, including the Random Selection Draw window and limits per household. Secondary markets have shown price surges, particularly for finals and matches involving popular teams.[4][5][8][9][1]
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