Secondary market ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals have surged into thousands of dollars as four high-stakes matches get underway across the United States from July 9 through July 11, 2026.
Data from multiple secondary ticket platforms shows that entry-level prices for a pair of tickets now range from $2,236 to over $6,500 depending on the match.
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Premium lower-bowl seats are listed for as much as $36,204 on certain platforms.
Match-by-Match Price Breakdown
For the Friday matchup between Spain and Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium, Gametime offers the cheapest pair of tickets at $2,236.
Ticketmaster has the highest entry price at $2,710. Premium seats for this fixture reach up to $18,464 on SeatGeek.
Saturday's match between Norway and England at Miami Stadium sees entry prices starting at $3,102 on TickPick, which features zero service fees.
The most expensive premium seats for this game have reached $36,204 on SeatGeek.
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The final quarterfinal fixture on Saturday features Argentina against Switzerland at Kansas City Stadium. StubHub lists the lowest pair at $2,968.
Gametime demands the highest entry price for this specific match at $6,534 for two tickets.
Consumer Warnings and Safety Tips
Due to high demand and soaring costs, consumer protection officials advise buyers to purchase exclusively through official channels such as FIFA.
com or verified resale marketplaces. Verified platforms like StubHub and Ticketmaster provide buyers with fraud prevention reviews and validity guarantees.
Security experts recommend verifying website authenticity by checking for HTTPS protocols and secure browser lock icons before submitting financial information.
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Consumers targeted by potential ticket scams are urged to immediately dispute charges with their banks and report the activity to the Federal Trade Commission.
