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World Cup Knockout Ticket Prices Plummet to $700

7/1/2026

Summary

Story summary

Secondary-market prices for World Cup knockout tickets have plunged, with some seats now under $800.
TicketData says round-of-32 resale prices have fallen to as low as $700 in several host cities.
In Vancouver, the cheapest round-of-32 ticket dropped from about $2,100 to $700 after Canada’s elimination.
U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino called the Bosnia round-of-32 clash a “final” and said the team is fully fit with Christian Pulisic cleared to start.

History

Historical Context

The 1998 FIFA World Cup, the 16th edition held in France from 10 June to 12 July, introduced the 32-team format still used today. When host France fell in the semifinals, secondary-market prices for the final plunged, echoing today’s drop after Canada’s knockout loss. Such swings have long highlighted how early exits can destabilise ticket resale markets.

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Story summary

Secondary-market prices for World Cup knockout tickets have plunged, with some seats now under $800.
TicketData says round-of-32 resale prices have fallen to as low as $700 in several host cities.
In Vancouver, the cheapest round-of-32 ticket dropped from about $2,100 to $700 after Canada’s elimination.
U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino called the Bosnia round-of-32 clash a “final” and said the team is fully fit with Christian Pulisic cleared to start.

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