FIFA’s $150,000 World Cup ticket was basically the Willy Wonka golden ticket

FIFA’s $150,000 World Cup ticket was basically the Willy Wonka golden ticket EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - JULY 19: Players and match officials line up before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final match between Spain and Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images) (Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

July 24, 2026 at 9:19 p.m. UTC

By Chris Centore

It was the kind of World Cup experience most fans could only dream about. From exclusive lounges to premium seats at every match, check out how the $150,000 package let you experience the tournament like a celebrity or head of state.

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