Why are World Cup tickets so expensive?

The 2026 World Cup is not only the biggest World Cup in history. It’s the most expensive.

Al Jazeera English
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Why are World Cup tickets so expensive?
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 The 2026 World Cup is not only the biggest World Cup in history. It’s the most expensive.

With dynamic pricing and rising travel costs, the game may be global, but access isn’t to your average football fan. So who gets to be in the stands? Al Jazeera’s Samantha Johnson explains.

Published On 14 May 2026

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