FIFA starts selling World Cup packages a year early

Catch up quick: Gillette Stadium will host seven matches — five group matches, a knockout stage match and a quarterfinal between June 13 and July 9.

• MetLife Stadium in New Jersey will host the final game.

State of play: On Location, FIFA's official hospitality partner, is selling VIP packages for some matches.

The "U.S. venue series" package offers access to four to nine matches in Massachusetts.

• It offers premium seating in private suites and lounges.
• Price: Starting at $8,275 per person.

The "U.S. four-match series" includes four group-stage matches across multiple venues.

• It includes access to suites and lounges on the pitch.
• Price: Starting at $5,300 per person.

The "follow my team series" lets fans go to all of their team's early-stage matches, no matter where.

• This also includes access to the FIFA Pavilion, which has pre- and post- match entertainment.
• Price: Starting at $6,750 per person.

On Location will also soon be selling eight-match packages and booking for private suites.

Zoom out: The Trump administration's immigration crackdown raised fears that fans may not be able to travel during the World Cup, Politico reported.

• FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week dismissed those concerns and praised President Trump and Vice President JD Vance for their commitment to the tournament, per the outlet.