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Levi's Stadium World Cup ticket prices skyrocket ahead of USMNT game
By Alex Baker at KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
(KRON) -- Ticket prices for World Cup matches at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara have skyrocketed ahead of the July 1 Round of 32 match featuring the United States Men's National Team. The USMNT booked its passage to the first knockout round with a convincing 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle on Fr...
Key takeaway The USMNT booked its passage to the first knockout round with a convincing 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle on Fr...
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The surge in ticket prices for the World Cup match at Levi's Stadium will likely price out many local fans who were hoping to catch the USMNT in action. As the team prepares to take the field on July 1, the steep cost of admission may limit the number of Bay Area residents who can attend, potentially affecting the overall energy and atmosphere of the stadium. This development also raises questions about the accessibility of major sporting events in the region, where the cost of living is already notoriously high. With the match just around the corner, it will be worth watching to see how local fans respond to the inflated ticket prices and whether any efforts are made to make the event more affordable for the community. The impact of these high prices could be felt beyond just this single match, influencing the broader discussion about the affordability of sports and entertainment in the Bay Area.
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Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? (KRON) -- Ticket prices for World Cup matches at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara have skyrocketed ahead of the July 1 Round of 32 match featuring the United States Men's National Team. The USMNT booked its passage to the first knockout round with a convincing 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle on Fr...
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