"The original FIFA World Cup 2026 Host City agreements requires free transit for fans to all matches. To lessen the burden on host cities, FIFA says it modified the requirements in 2023 to secure access to transit, public or other."
World Cup fans are expected to use NJ Transit extensively to travel to MetLife Stadium, with ticket prices potentially exceeding $100. This represents a significant increase from the usual fare of $12.90. New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill criticized FIFA for not contributing to transportation costs, leaving NJ Transit with a $48 million bill. She expressed willingness to approve fare increases if necessary, emphasizing that taxpayers should not bear the burden. FIFA responded, stating that agreements required free transit for fans, but modifications were made in 2023.
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