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Tickets Up to $4,105, Infantino’s 2027 Bid, Palestinian Refusal

5/4/2026

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Prices for the 2026 World Cup range from $380 to $4,105, with resale listings for the final reaching $2.3 million each.
At the FIFA Congress in Vancouver, President Gianni Infantino announced his 2027 bid, confirmed Iran’s 2026 participation, and said the tournament will generate $13.1 billion to be shared with 211 member associations.
Palestinian Football Association president Jibril Rajoub declined Infantino’s invitation to shake hands with Israel’s vice-president, citing Palestinian suffering.

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Prices for the 2026 World Cup range from $380 to $4,105, with resale listings for the final reaching $2.3 million each.
At the FIFA Congress in Vancouver, President Gianni Infantino announced his 2027 bid, confirmed Iran’s 2026 participation, and said the tournament will generate $13.1 billion to be shared with 211 member associations.
Palestinian Football Association president Jibril Rajoub declined Infantino’s invitation to shake hands with Israel’s vice-president, citing Palestinian suffering.