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World Cup 2026: Fans to pay $150 for train ticket to stadium

Transportation costs for World Cup fans traveling to US stadiums could be more than 10 times higher than regular fares. Local officials and FIFA bosses are trading blame for the increased prices while fans feel fleeced. Grouped from 6 articles across 4 sources.

6 reports4 sourcesApr 17, 2026, 11:53 PM
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DWApr 17, 2026, 11:53 PM

World Cup 2026: Fans to pay $150 for train ticket to stadium

Transportation costs for World Cup fans traveling to US stadiums could be more than 10 times higher than regular fares. Local officials and FIFA bosses are trading blame for the increased prices while fans feel fleeced.

ABC AustraliaApr 17, 2026, 10:54 PM

World Cup fans to be charged $200 for 15 minute train trip

A 15-minute round-trip train fare from New York to New Jersey's MetLife Stadium will set World Cup football fans back more than $200 as officials struggle to cover rising costs.

Al JazeeraApr 17, 2026, 8:10 PM

World Cup 2026: FIFA chief Infantino defends pricing and tickets in US

Gianni Infantino responds to criticism for pricing of 2026 edition highlighting 'very special' US market as factor.

Sky NewsApr 17, 2026, 6:24 PM

England fans facing hugely inflated prices to get to World Cup stadium

England fans are facing having to pay train fares of more than £100 to watch one of their World Cup group matches in the USA.

Al JazeeraApr 16, 2026, 9:10 PM

What is tailgating, and has FIFA banned it at World Cup stadiums in the US?

Football fans in the US have criticised FIFA and local organisers over a move to ban tailgating at World Cup matches.

Al JazeeraApr 16, 2026, 7:19 PM

World Cup 2026: Football fans outraged by United States transit prices

FIFA received backlash from high-profile US politicians, who feel the governing body should subsidise domestic transit.

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