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Can you afford the 2026 World Cup? What fans paid for a seat over the years

Euronews · May 8, 2026, 9:36 AM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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The 2026 World Cup is facing criticism over record-high ticket prices, with fans saying it is becoming far less affordable than past tournaments. Compared to previous World Cups-where even final tickets were often under a few thousand dollars-2026 prices can reach $15,000 or more for premium seats.

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