Pricey World Cup VIP packages in Philly go on sale
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FIFA is catering to high-spending superfans with VIP packages to see the 2026 World Cup in Philadelphia and other U.S. cities.
Why it matters: Taking your World Cup experience to the next level means exclusive access, top amenities, upscale eats — and a hefty price tag.
Catch up quick: Philly will host six World Cup matches next year at Lincoln Financial Field, including a Round of 16 match on Independence Day.
- MetLife Stadium in New Jersey will host the final — roughly 90 miles from Center City.
Driving the news: This week, FIFA announced new VIP packages across several price tiers. All options include preferred or premium seating inside the venues.
- Choose from three packages of luxury lounges inside the stadiums — dubbed the Pitchside Lounge, VIP and Champions Club — and another that provides access to a secured area outside known as the FIFA Pavilion.
☝️ Worth noting: General tickets have yet to go on sale for individual matches.
- Register your interest for ticket updates on FIFA's website.
💰 Priciest package: The Venue series is the ultimate pass, offering access to every match in the U.S. venue of your choice.
- Price: Tickets to the Linc in South Philly run $8,650–$21,200 per person.
- Overall prices across all venues start at $8,275 per person.
😱 Stunning stat: It'll cost you a whopping $73,200 per person if you're looking for the top Venue package at MetLife Stadium, where you can catch eight matches and the final.
👀 Other package options: The four-match series offers access to four group-stage matches in the stadium of your choice (with the exception of the opening match).
- Price: Philly tickets range from $5,200 to $13,200 per person.
- Overall prices across all venues start at $5,300 per person.
🌍 The "Follow My Team" package lets fans attend their team's early-stage matches (three Group Stage matches and one Round of 32 match), no matter what stadium.
- Access to the FIFA Pavilion is the only option.
- Price: $6,750 per person.
Plus: Eight-match packages and private suites packages will also become available but registration is required.