Overview
- Football Supporters Europe denounced the newly published price grids as exorbitant and urged FIFA to suspend PMA sales, consult fans, and review prices.
- FSE says following a team from the first match to the final would cost at least $6,900 and that PMA allocations are excluded from the lowest-priced category.
- Published examples show early-match tickets starting around $180, with final seats listed from about $4,185 up to $8,680 at MetLife Stadium.
- FIFA defended its approach, saying it may adjust prices between sales phases based on demand and availability but does not change prices automatically in real time.
- Industry observers, including SeatPick’s CEO, warn demand-based pricing and open resale markets are likely to drive costs higher and shut many supporters out.