FIFA hit out at $100 New York train ticket decision for World Cup with strong statement

FIFA hit out at $100 New York train ticket decision for World Cup with strong statementThis summer's World Cup is just a matter of months away, as nations from around the globe vie for glory - but the location for the competition hasn't been without its issuesCommentsSportAaron Morris Senior Sports Reporter21:22, 16 Apr 2026View ImageThe World Cup takes place in North America this summer(Image: PA)FIFA have hit out at plans to charge fans attending World Cup matches in New Jersey more than $100 (£73) for a single return journey to the MetLife Stadium from Pennsylvania Station in New York.‌After New Jersey governor Mikie Sherrill stated that the cost of hosting the games would not be passed onto regular commuters - seemingly confirming the plans to charge football fans far more than the normal price of a journey, FIFA took the unusual step of releasing a strong statement‌“We are quite surprised by the NJ Governor’s approach today on fan transportation," FIFA said in a statement. "The original FIFA World Cup 2026 Host City Agreements signed in 2018 required free transportation for fans to all matches.‌"Recognizing the financial strain this placed on the host cities, back in 2023 FIFA adjusted the Host Agreement requirements across all host cities as follows: All Match Ticket holders and accredited individuals shall be able to access transport (public or additionally planned transport) at cost to allow travel to Stadiums on match days.READ MORE: FIFA President Gianni Infantino gives update on Iran playing at 2026 World CupREAD MORE: Hugo Ekitike 'faces nine months out' as Liverpool star's World Cup dream dashed"FIFA worked for years with host cities on transportation and mobility plans, including advocating for millions of dollars in federal funding to support host cities for transportation."FIFA World Cup will bring millions of fans to North America along with related economic impact. Many fans will travel to NYNJ to e...