World Cup Tickets Dip on Resale Market as Inventory Surges
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Prices on the 2026 World Cup secondary market have fallen about 24% over the past 30 days, with some matches down as much as 36% from FIFA's face-value listings as new inventory hits resale platforms like StubHub and SeatGeek. The piece suggests FIFA may be partnering with these platforms to recoup revenue after overpricing, while knockout games remain pricey; kickoff is June 11 and the tournament runs through July 19.
- FIFA World Cup Ticket Prices Drop As Inventory Floods Secondary Market Consequence of Sound
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- Fifa accused of using unofficial resale websites to sell World Cup tickets Yahoo Sports
- Top NJ and NY prosecutors announce investigation of World Cup ticket prices Politico
- Redditors Are Using AI to Beat Obscene World Cup Ticket Prices WIRED
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