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How Argentina’s Win Over England Drove Up World Cup Final Ticket Prices

Fans of Argentina are now rushing to grab tickets for the upcoming World Cup final set for Sunday in New Jersey. A thrilling late comeback against England secured a spot for Lionel Messi and his team to face Spain at MetLife Stadium.

Lionel Scaloni's squad stands just 90 minutes away from clinching consecutive World Cup titles, possibly marking Messi’s last major tournament appearance. What a way to cap an extraordinary international career by capturing another World Cup trophy.

With so much at stake, fans worldwide want to witness Messi’s performance live on Sunday. The ticket prices, already sky-high, have jumped even more after Argentina’s dramatic win.

Ticket Costs Surge Following Argentina’s Triumph

World Cup enthusiasts have been shocked by the hospitality package prices for the final, which remain available but come at a steep cost. On top of that, regular stadium tickets are proving to be frustratingly pricey.

Before Argentina beat England, the average price for a World Cup final ticket was around $7,200 according to Ticketdata. But after the thrilling match in Atlanta, ticket costs spiked by about $500. Now, tickets hover just below $7,800 as Messi prepares for what might be his final game representing Argentina.

FIFA had released some tickets last week priced at $32,970, highlighting just how costly this summer’s tournament has become. Soccer, traditionally a sport for working-class fans, seems this time targeted at those willing to spend thousands to attend a single match.