"The price is obviously astronomical in terms of what you would expect to pay going to a match, going to a tournament. This is completely out of the norm from previous tournaments."
"You're supposed to be welcoming fans from around the world. And I think at this stage, fans couldn't feel less welcome."
"I don't think anyone this time was expecting transport to be free. But we weren't expecting to be gouged, either. That's ultimately what's happened here, and that's just extremely disappointing."
The Football Supporters' Association criticized the steep increase in transport costs for World Cup games, with a train fare of $150 for a short journey. This fare represents an 11-fold increase from the usual price of $12.90. Shuttle bus tickets are also high at $80. There are no discounts for children or seniors, and tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fans express disappointment over the lack of affordability, especially compared to previous tournaments where transport was free.
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