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'Daylight robbery but worth it' - what fans are spending on World Cup
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'Daylight robbery but worth it' - what fans are spending on World Cup

BBC News · Jun 16, 2026, 10:08 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • Kayla Epstein, Jessica Murphy and Will Grant New York, Toronto and Mexico City How much did these fans pay for their World Cup tickets?For many fans, going to the World Cup is a priceless, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
  • But if you look into the costs, there are eye-watering sums of cash being spent.
  • From match tickets to flights and hotels, plus the travel to stadiums and the cost of a drink once inside, the costs of attending can add up fast.

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Kayla Epstein, Jessica Murphy and Will Grant New York, Toronto and Mexico City How much did these fans pay for their World Cup tickets?For many fans, going to the World Cup is a priceless, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

But if you look into the costs, there are eye-watering sums of cash being spent.

From match tickets to flights and hotels, plus the travel to stadiums and the cost of a drink once inside, the costs of attending can add up fast.

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