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FIFA Opens Final World Cup Ticket Phase April 1

3/26/2026

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FIFA Opens Ticket Phase

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) opens the final World Cup ticket phase on April 1 at 11 a.m. ET.
Over one million tickets have been sold, with 500 million requests in earlier phases.
The official resale marketplace will reopen on April 2, enabling secure ticket sales.
FIFA expects to break the 3.5 million attendance record set in 1994.
Fans should check visa requirements and prepare their FIFA accounts.

Summary

Fans Challenge FIFA

Football Supporters Europe and Euroconsumers filed a complaint with the European Commission against Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) over dynamic pricing for the 2026 World Cup, with final tickets starting at $4,185.
Critics say FIFA's monopoly enables it to impose unfair conditions on fans.
The 2026 tournament features 48 teams and begins on June 11, 2026, across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 FIFA World Cup, hosted in the United States from June 17 to July 17, marked a pivotal moment for soccer in North America, attracting 3.5 million attendees. This success led to the establishment of Major League Soccer in 1993. FIFA's decision to expand the tournament to 48 teams for 2026 reflects the enduring legacy of this event, despite ongoing concerns about accessibility and ticket pricing.

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FIFA Opens Ticket Phase

Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) opens the final World Cup ticket phase on April 1 at 11 a.m. ET.
Over one million tickets have been sold, with 500 million requests in earlier phases.
The official resale marketplace will reopen on April 2, enabling secure ticket sales.
FIFA expects to break the 3.5 million attendance record set in 1994.
Fans should check visa requirements and prepare their FIFA accounts.

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