FIFA profiting as World Cup 2026 pushes costs and limits celebrations for fans
From soaring ticket costs to restricted public celebrations, the 2026 World Cup is feeling more commercial than communal.
By Rodrigo Cervantes
MEXICO CITY — Not too long ago, the World Cup seemed like a celebration closer to the people. Cities transformed into enormous street parties with locals and tourists alike. The festivities felt truly universal, whether you were a soccer fan or not.