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Farmingdale fan wins $90,000 and World Cup final tickets

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 9:14 AM

Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Farmingdale fan wins $90,000 and World Cup final tickets

Summary

Chris Hill, a Farmingdale native, won the Michelob Ultra 'Superior Player of the Match' contest, earning $90,000 and two tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The match is set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium, featuring Argentina and Spain. Hill, who serves as the ceremonial Chief Trophy Officer, expressed his disbelief at the win, which coincides with his father's birthday. A former Division I player and professional athlete, Hill has returned to his community to help develop young soccer players.

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•Chris Hill wins $90,000 and World Cup final tickets.
•The final is on July 19 at MetLife Stadium.
•Hill serves as the ceremonial Chief Trophy Officer.
•He is sharing this experience with his father on his birthday.
•Hill has a background as a Division I and professional soccer player.

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9:14 AMYahoo Sports — Shore soccer fan wins $90,000, 2 tickets to World Cup final: 'It's unbelievable'

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The Michelob Ultra 'Superior Player of the Match' contest produced a windfall of $90,000 and two tickets to the World Cup final.
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Yahoo SportsJul 16, 2026, 9:14 AM
Shore soccer fan wins $90,000, 2 tickets to World Cup final: 'It's unbelievable'
The Michelob Ultra 'Superior Player of the Match' contest produced a windfall of $90,000 and two tickets to the World Cup final.

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