Fans pay high prices to experience World Cup matches in North America
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:08 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Fans in the United States, Canada, and Mexico are spending significantly to attend the 2026 World Cup, which is currently underway. Matches have included notable encounters like Norway facing Iraq in Massachusetts and Bosnia and Herzegovina competing against Canada in Toronto. Ticket prices have reached up to $1,200 each, with additional expenses for travel and accommodation. Enthusiasts value the experiences, often describing them as once-in-a-lifetime opportunities despite the steep costs. Fans continue to share their financial commitments on social media as the tournament progresses.
- •Fans report spending thousands to attend 2026 World Cup matches.
- •Morten Oftedal spent about $3,600 for a match with Norway.
- •Iain Bagwell paid $1,200 for tickets to see England play in Dallas.
- •Admir and Alisa Maric spent CAD$5,400 for their trip to Toronto.
- •Many fans acknowledge high costs but consider the experience priceless.
- 10:08 AMYahoo Sports — 'Daylight robbery but worth it' - what fans are spending on World Cup
- 10:08 AMBBC News — ‘Daylight robbery but worth it’ - what fans are spending on World Cup - BBC
"Fans in the US, Canada and Mexico are spending big on tickets, transport and accommodation - is it worth it?
"Fans in the US, Canada and Mexico are spending big on tickets, transport and accommodation - is it worth it?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 10:08 AM'Daylight robbery but worth it' - what fans are spending on World Cup
Fans in the US, Canada and Mexico are spending big on tickets, transport and accommodation - is it worth it?
- BBC NewsJun 16, 2026, 10:08 AM‘Daylight robbery but worth it’ - what fans are spending on World Cup - BBC
Fans in the US, Canada and Mexico are spending big on tickets, transport and accommodation - is it worth it?
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