Portugal-Colombia World Cup resale tickets top Super Bowl prices

4 articles · Updated · The Wall Street Journal · May 8

For the June 27 first-round match in Miami, average resale prices hit about $2,500 this week, above the 2025 Super Bowl's $2,109, while FIFA listings ranged from $2,300 to $5.75 million.
The game is likely to feature Cristiano Ronaldo in his final World Cup and is one of only four opening-round matches between two FIFA top-15 teams.
Demand is being driven by Colombia's large Florida fanbase and the expanded 48-team tournament's weaker group stage, though prices vary by platform and Mexico's opener was pricier on SeatGeek.

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