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Story summary
- Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) sets 2026 World Cup ticket prices in the United States, with early Los Angeles and Atlanta matches above $500.
- Critics say pricing favors wealthier spectators and dulls soccer's accessibility.
- U.S. prices rank among the highest for live sports, up 300% since 1994.
- FIFA acknowledges high demand but offers no commitment to affordability.
- 2026 World Cup runs June–July 2026, signaling growing North American soccer interest.
