New York Will Give Away Cheap Tickets for the 2026 World Cup

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a special raffle for low-cost World Cup 2026 tickets.

The initiative comes after strong criticism over the tournament’s high ticket prices.

The program includes a raffle for 1,000 tickets for New York residents.

Each ticket will cost just $50.

Free Transportation to the Stadium Included

Winning fans will also receive free round-trip transportation to MetLife Stadium.

Several 2026 World Cup matches will be played there, including the grand final.

Only for New York Residents

The mayor confirmed that the raffle will be exclusive to people who live in New York.

Authorities will verify residency to prevent ticket resale.

The World Cup 2026 Comes to New York

The New York-New Jersey host site will welcome national teams such as:

• Brazil
• France
• England
• Ecuador

FIFA Faces Criticism Over World Cup Tickets Prices

In recent weeks, some World Cup tickets appeared on resale sites for million-dollar amounts.

The situation sparked frustration among fans and local authorities.

Bringing the Tournament Closer to the People

Mamdani said the goal is to allow workers and families to experience the World Cup without spending thousands of dollars.

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