2026 World Cup final resale tickets soar to $2 million; Infantino says market prices apply

Published Jul 14, 05:34 PM UTC

Ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New York have reached unprecedented highs, with official Category 1 tickets initially priced at $11,000 but resale listings soaring to $2 million. FIFA President Gianni Infantino justified the pricing by citing the developed US entertainment market, stating 'we have to apply market prices.' The cheapest ticket for the final is now estimated at €4,451, while the most expensive resale ticket is listed at €188,803. FIFA controls a resale platform with a 15% commission on each transaction. Infantino humorously offered to personally deliver a hot dog and Coca-Cola to anyone paying $2 million for a ticket. The finalists are expected to receive approximately 20-25% of the 82,500-seat stadium capacity, or 8,000-10,000 tickets each, with the remainder going to sponsors, partners, hospitality, and the general public.

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