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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.

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By אדר גיציס

First reported by N12 · Jun 13, 2026

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.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

In this story
People
OrganizationsFIFA, Ticketims, N12, Reuters, AP
PlacesMexico, Canada, United States, Tel Aviv, Nahariya, New York

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

N12Center · HebrewJun 13, 2026
World Cup Ticket Scams Spread as Costs Hit Record Highs
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 13, 2026
Record-Price World Cup Draws Israeli Fans and Ticket Scammers

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