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FIFA to Sell Pieces of 2026 World Cup Final Grass Amid Public Backlash
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First reported by N12 · 3 hours ago
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FIFA will sell $450 luxury packages containing pieces of the natural grass from the 2026 World Cup final pitch at MetLife Stadium, despite criticism of the field's poor quality. The sale is part of FIFA's broader strategy to maximize revenue from the tournament, which features record-high ticket prices.
- 01FIFA will sell pieces of the 2026 World Cup final grass for $450 each in luxury packaging.
- 02The final will be held on July 19 at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, which has faced criticism for poor pitch quality.
- 03MetLife Stadium normally uses synthetic turf; temporary natural grass was uneven and low quality.
- 04Sales are limited to US and Europe and will ship only after the tournament ends.
- 05The 2026 World Cup is the most expensive ever, with final tickets up to $32,970.
- 06FIFA is aggressively monetizing the event, including selling the playing field itself.
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