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World Cup Ticket Scams Spread as Costs Hit Record Highs
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 13, 2026
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What happened
The 2026 World Cup has begun in Mexico, Canada and the United States, with record-high ticket prices and strong demand from Israeli fans. That demand is fueling scams involving fake or double-sold tickets, leaving some buyers stranded at stadium gates. Experts say the safest route is to buy only through reputable sellers tied to official suppliers.
- 01Record World Cup ticket prices are fueling scams targeting Israeli fans.
- 02Chaim from Tel Aviv discovered his ticket was invalid at the stadium gate.
- 03Merav from Nahariya lost money to an online seller who vanished.
- 04Experts warn that suspiciously cheap tickets are a major red flag.
- 05The safest option is buying through reputable sellers and official suppliers.
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