2026 World Cup ticket prices have skyrocketed.
Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there has been a notable drop in ticket prices. Following fan reaction to high prices, the average ticket price for group matches fell by 23 percent in the last 30 days.
A sharp drop in ticket prices ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup drew attention.
Following fan reactions to prices described as ‘astronomical,’ the organizing committee reportedly expressed concerns about empty stands.
The tournament, to be held by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will take place in 16 different cities.
Millions of football fans are expected to follow the event, with demand for group stage matches proving lower than anticipated.
According to TicketData analysis, the average ticket price for group stage matches has fallen to its lowest level since January 17th.
Over the past 30 days, average prices have dropped from $737 to $550, representing a decrease of approximately 23 percent.
The most expensive city was Miami.
According to the analysis, the most expensive group match tickets for the tournament are being sold at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium. Fans will pay an average of $1,153 to attend one group match there.
San Francisco emerged as the most affordable city. The average ticket price for a group match played at the Bay Area Stadium is reported to be around $225.
Meanwhile, according to a report by The Athletic, only 40,934 tickets have been sold so far for the United States’ opening match against Paraguay in California. The capacity of SoFi Stadium, where the match will be played, is 69,650.
FIFA Defends Ticket Prices
FIFA President Gianni Infantino had previously defended high ticket prices.
Infantino pointed to price levels in the U.S. sports and entertainment sector, stating, "It’s not possible to watch a university game in the U.S. for less than $300. This is a matter of the World Cup."
FIFA President also noted that low-priced tickets could sell for much higher prices in the secondary ticket market, stating that prices were determined according to market conditions.”
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