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$3,000+ to attend World Cup? USMNT's knockout round match draws soaring ticket prices to Bay Area
By Dryden Quigley at ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
With confirmation that Team USA will play in the Bay Area on July 1, ticket prices have surged, with the lowest costing around $3,000. Experts say prices remain elevated because of strong demand from fans willing to pay.
Key takeaway Experts say prices remain elevated because of strong demand from fans willing to pay.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The steep ticket prices for the USMNT's knockout round match in the Bay Area will likely price out many local fans who want to cheer on Team USA in person. With the lowest tickets costing around $3,000, it's clear that only the most dedicated and affluent fans will be able to attend. This raises concerns about accessibility and affordability for San Francisco residents who are eager to support their team. The strong demand from fans willing to pay top dollar may be driven in part by the city's thriving tech industry and high disposable incomes, but it also underscores the challenges of hosting major international events in one of the country's most expensive cities. As the match approaches, it will be worth watching to see how the city and event organizers respond to the issue of affordability and whether any efforts are made to make tickets more accessible to a broader range of fans.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
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What is this story about? With confirmation that Team USA will play in the Bay Area on July 1, ticket prices have surged, with the lowest costing around $3,000. Experts say prices remain elevated because of strong demand from fans willing to pay.
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