FIFA to Sell Pieces of Final Match Pitch at 2026 World Cup for $450 Each
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches its conclusion, with the final match set for next week, FIFA is seeking new revenue streams. The global football governing body announced plans to sell pieces of the grass from the final match pitch at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Each piece of turf will be sold for $450. Currently, only football fans from the United States and Europe will be able to purchase these exclusive pieces of the field. The move comes despite criticism from players and coaches regarding the quality of the playing surface at MetLife Stadium during the tournament.
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