US Officials Press FIFA to Cover World Cup Transit Costs as Fares Top $100
TL;DR
US lawmakers and New Jersey officials are pressuring FIFA to cover rising World Cup transit costs after reports that train fares from New York to MetLife Stadium could exceed $100 one way; Gov. Mikie Sherrill, Sen. Chuck Schumer, and Gov. Kathy Hochul argue FIFA’s windfall should subsidize fan transport. FIFA says host cities’ mobility plans exist and that travel for ticket holders will be at cost, noting adjusted host agreements and federal support. With World Cup 2026 hosted across the US, Canada and Mexico, the dispute adds to scrutiny of transportation subsidies amid FIFA’s large revenue.
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- World Cup 2026: Fifa blamed as train tickets set to cost $100 BBC
- 'Surprised' FIFA kicks back at NJ Gov. Mikie Sherrill's outrage over World Cup transportation costs New York Post
- FIFA fires back at New Jersey Gov Mikie Sherill over demand to pay for World Cup transit tickets Fox News
- Taking the Train to a Single World Cup Match Could Cost $150 The New York Times
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