The Digest:
FIFA has announced a $60 "Supporter Entry Tier" for all 104 matches of the 2026 World Cup, allocating them through national federations to loyal fans following criticism of initial high pricing and complex refund policies.
Key Points:
- FIFA introduced a $60 "Supporter Entry Tier" ticket for every match at the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
- Tickets will be allocated to national football federations, which will distribute them to supporters who have followed their teams.
- Half of each federation's ticket allotment will be in lower-priced categories, with 10% reserved for the new $60 tier.
- The move follows major backlash over initial group-stage ticket prices ranging from $120 to $265.
- Critics had condemned FIFA's dynamic pricing model, added fees, and delayed refund policies tied to team elimination.
- FIFA has waived administrative fees on refunds processed after the final if a supporter's team is eliminated.
- The organization has received over 20 million ticket requests in the current sales phase.
Sources: GOAL
Tags: FIFA, World Cup 2026,
