How much do World Cup tickets cost? Full analysis of ticket prices for the 2022 Qatar World Cup
The 2022 World Cup in Qatar is about to kick off, and fans around the world are focusing not only on the game itself, but also on ticket prices and purchase methods. This article will analyze for you the price structure, ticket purchase channels, and ticket price trends of popular events for this World Cup from multiple dimensions to help you plan your budget for watching the game.
1. Qatar World Cup ticket price system
FIFA officially divides tickets into four categories, with price differences mainly depending on the stage of the game and the seating area. The following is the ticket price range from the group stage to the finals:
| game stage | Category 4 (only for Qatar residents) | Category III | Category 2 | Category 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| group stage | $40 | $69 | $165 | $220 |
| Round of 16 | $26 | $96 | $206 | $275 |
| quarterfinals | $66 | $206 | $425 | $585 |
| semifinals | $140 | $350 | $750 | $1100 |
| finals | $205 | $605 | $1605 | $2505 |
2. Price market conditions for popular events
According to secondary ticketing platform data (updated to November 2022), ticket premiums for some focus events are significant:
| Games | Official starting price | The lowest price in the second-hand market | Premium range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Argentina vs Mexico | $165 | $420 | 155% |
| Portugal vs Uruguay | $165 | $380 | 130% |
| Brazil vs Switzerland | $165 | $350 | 112% |
| England vs Wales | $220 | $500 | 127% |
3. Ticket purchase channels and precautions
1.official channels: Ticket sales on FIFA's official website are carried out in three phases. Currently, only the "last minute sales period" (November-December 2022) is left, on a first-come, first-served basis.
2.Authorized agent: Including 10 global agents such as Match Hospitality and Thomas Cook Sport, providing package services including accommodation.
3.Second-hand platform risks: There is a risk of counterfeit tickets on platforms such as Viagogo. It is recommended to check the seller’s track record and choose a platform to guarantee the transaction.
4. Full calculation of the cost of watching the game
Taking watching two group matches + one knockout match as an example, the basic cost includes:
| project | budget range |
|---|---|
| Tickets (three categories of seats) | US$345-880 |
| Accommodation (three stars for 7 nights) | USD 2100-3500 |
| Local transportation (including airport transfer) | USD 200-400 |
| Food and beverage consumption (three meals a day) | US$560-840 |
| total budget | USD 3205-5620 |
5. Analysis of ticket purchasing trends
According to the latest data from FIFA:
- As of November 15, a total of 2.95 million tickets have been sold, exceeding the total sales of the 2018 Russia World Cup (2.4 million)
- The top five overseas ticket purchasers: Saudi Arabia (11.2%), the United States (10.5%), the United Kingdom (9.3%), Mexico (8.4%), France (7.2%)
- The most popular events: Finals (sold out within 1 hour of opening), Argentina vs. Saudi Arabia (ticket applications exceed supply by 23 times)
Ticket prices for this World Cup have increased by an average of 38% compared to the previous edition, mainly due to the reduction in the size of the stadium (the largest stadium in Qatar has a capacity of only 68,000 people) and inflation factors. It is recommended that fans who intend to watch the game plan as early as possible and lock in remaining tickets through official channels to avoid paying excessive premiums.
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