Introduction to World Cup Tickets
The highly anticipated World Cup is scheduled to take place next year, and the tickets for this prestigious event are now available for purchase. The initial prices for the tickets range from $60 for group-stage matches to $6,730 for the final. However, it’s worth noting that these prices are subject to change due to the adoption of dynamic pricing for the first time in the history of the World Cup.
Ticket Pricing and Availability
The prices for the World Cup tickets have increased significantly compared to the previous tournaments. For instance, the prices for the 1994 tournament in the United States ranged from $25 to $475, while the prices for the 2022 tournament in Qatar ranged from $69 to $1,607. According to Heimo Schirgi, the World Cup’s chief operating officer, the message to fans is to "get your tickets early," especially if they know which city they will be in or which teams they want to support.
Tournament Details
The World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19 and will be played at 11 sites in the U.S., three in Mexico, and two in Canada. The tournament has expanded from 32 nations to 48 and from 64 games to 104. The initial draw period will be limited to Visa card holders and will run from 11 a.m. EDT on the opening day through 11 a.m. EDT on Sept. 19.
Ticket Purchase Process
Those picked to buy tickets will be notified starting Sept. 29 and will be given a timeslot to purchase starting Oct. 1. While tickets for all 104 matches are being put on sale, receiving a timeslot does not guarantee tickets will be available. Sales will be capped at four tickets per person per match, with no person being able to purchase more than 40 for the totality of the tournament.
Dynamic Pricing and Hospitality Packages
FIFA has adopted dynamic pricing for the first time, which means that ticket prices may fluctuate based on demand. This approach was also utilized for this year’s Club World Cup, when tickets were cut from $473.90 to $13.40 for the Chelsea-Fluminense semifinal at MetLife Stadium. Hospitality packages have been sold since May, with prices ranging from $3,500 to $73,200 per person for the eight matches at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, including the final on July 19.
Resale Platform and Loyalty Program
FIFA will start an official resale platform, which will allow fans to purchase tickets from authorized sellers. American Airlines has also announced that its AAdvantage loyalty program members can redeem miles for World Cup tickets, starting with executive platinum and concierge key members on Oct. 13.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the World Cup tickets are now available for purchase, with initial prices ranging from $60 to $6,730. However, fans should be aware that prices may fluctuate due to dynamic pricing. It’s essential to purchase tickets early, especially for popular matches, to avoid disappointment. With the tournament expanding to 48 nations and 104 games, this promises to be an exciting event for soccer fans around the world.
FAQs
Q: What are the initial prices for the World Cup tickets?
A: The initial prices for the World Cup tickets range from $60 for group-stage matches to $6,730 for the final.
Q: How can I purchase World Cup tickets?
A: Tickets can be purchased through the official FIFA website or through authorized sellers.
Q: What is dynamic pricing, and how will it affect ticket prices?
A: Dynamic pricing means that ticket prices may fluctuate based on demand. This approach may result in price increases or decreases depending on the popularity of the match.
Q: Can I purchase tickets for a specific team or site?
A: Yes, fans can purchase tickets to follow a certain team or purchase for a certain site.
Q: What is the resale platform, and how does it work?
A: The resale platform is an official platform where fans can purchase tickets from authorized sellers. The platform will be launched by FIFA, and details will be announced soon.
MIAMI (AP) — Ticket prices for next year’s World Cup will range initially from $60 for group-stage matches to $6,730 for the final, but could change as soccer’s top event adopts dynamic pricing for the first time.
The prices are up from a range of $25 to $475 for the 1994 tournament in the United States and for the U.S. dollar equivalent $69 to $1,607 when ticket details were announced for the 2022 tournament in Qatar.
“I think the message is ‘Get your tickets early,’ especially if you know where you will be, because you live in that city, or you’re a fan of the three hosting nations, and then you know already when and where they will play,” said Heimo Schirgi, the World Cup’s chief operating officer. “So that’s the message: ‘Get your tickets early,’ because anything could happen.”
Next year’s tournament runs from June 11 to July 19 and will be played at 11 sites in the U.S., three in Mexico and two in Canada. The tournament expanded from 32 nations to 48 and from 64 games to 104.
The initial draw period will be limited to Visa card holders and will run from 11 a.m. EDT on the opening day through 11 a.m. EDT on Sept. 19. Those picked to buy tickets will be notified starting Sept. 29 and will be given a timeslot to purchase starting Oct. 1. While tickets for all 104 matches are being put on sale, receiving a timeslot does not guarantee tickets will be available.
Sales will be capped at four tickets per person per match, with no person being able to purchase more than 40 for the totality of the tournament.
FIFA said it has no additional details on prices to announce.
A second phase, called an early ticket draw, likely will run from Oct. 27-31, with purchase timeslots from mid-November to early December.
A third phase, termed a random selection draw, will start after the final draw of teams on Dec. 5 determines the World Cup schedule. FIFA said tickets will be available closer to the tournament “on a first-come, first-served basis.”
FIFA also said it will start an official resale platform.
Hospitality packages have been sold since May. For the eight matches at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, including the final on July 19, prices range from $3,500 to $73,200 per person.
Fans can purchase tickets to follow a certain team, or purchase for a certain site. Dynamic pricing was also utilized for this year’s Club World Cup, when tickets were cut from $473.90 to $13.40 for the Chelsea-Fluminense semifinal at MetLife Stadium.
“It’s key to highlight FIFA’s mission and FIFA’s objective of providing funding, providing opportunities, providing growth to our sport across all the 211 member associations,” Schirgi said. “And as part of that mission, which we take very seriously, we’re looking at optimizing the revenue, but also optimizing attendance in the stadium, right? So, it’s always a balance between different factors.”
American Airlines announced Wednesday its AAdvantage loyalty program members can redeem miles for World Cup tickets, starting with executive platinum and concierge key members on Oct. 13, with platinum pro, platinum and gold starting the following day and all members having access on Oct. 15.
Thirteen teams in the field have been determined. The U.S., Canada and Mexico all are assured World Cup spots as the host nations, while reigning champion Argentina with Lionel Messi and perennial power Brazil are among the teams that have already secured qualification.
The host nations will play all three of their group stage matches on home soil. The U.S. will open June 12 in Inglewood, California, then play June 19 in Seattle and again June 25 back in Inglewood. Canada will play June 12 in Toronto, then June 18 and June 24 in Vancouver. Mexico will play June 11 and June 24 in Mexico City, with a June 18 match in Guadalajara.
