FIFA have released new cut price tickets for the World Cup following a backlash over exorbitant costs.
World football’s governing body have guaranteed an unspecified number of tickets, thought to be around 10 per cent of the overall allocation handed to each nation taking part, at a cost of £45.
In England’s case, the tickets – which will be available for all games – will go to members of the official supporters’ club.
While the figure is relatively small, the move represents a significant victory for campaigners and fans.
FIFA’s initial categorisation meant England fans faced shelling out more than £5,000 should Thomas Tuchel’s side reach the final at the tournament, which is being held in the US, Canada and Mexico.
The cheapest opening match tickets for their match against Croatia were £200, while the cheapest seat at the final was more than £4,000.
The development comes following talks with member associations, which included the FA and German federation.
A FIFA spokesperson said: ‘Fans of the national teams that have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ will benefit from a dedicated ticket pricing tier, which has been designed to make following their teams on football’s greatest stage more affordable.
‘The newly introduced Supporter Entry Tier will be available at the fixed price of USD 60 per ticket for each of the 104 matches, including the final.’
