World Cup Fans Spent Up to $150,000 to Attend Matches in 2025
Soccer fans traveling to World Cup games at MetLife Stadium revealed spending ranges from $2,500 to $150,000 — and most say every dollar was worth it.
Soccer fans flocking to World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium outside New York City are opening their wallets wide, with spending ranging from a modest $2,500 to a staggering $150,000 per person, according to fans who spoke with CNBC Make It near Penn Station ahead of their trips.
The enormous gap in spending reflects the wide spectrum of fan commitment and financial means drawn to the sport's premier global event. Budget-conscious attendees likely factored in tickets, transportation, and basic accommodations, while those at the top of the range may have splurged on premium seating, luxury hotels, flights, and extended stays around multiple matches.
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Despite the eye-popping price tags, fans across the spending spectrum told CNBC the experience justified the cost. The World Cup's combination of international atmosphere, historic matchups, and once-in-a-generation access to top global talent appears to be driving fans to treat the event as a bucket-list financial commitment rather than a casual outing.
MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, serves as one of the marquee venues for the tournament, drawing international visitors who must also contend with travel, lodging, and dining costs in one of the most expensive metro areas in the United States. For many fans, the journey to Penn Station and beyond represents just one leg of a multi-city or multi-match itinerary.
The fan spending data underscores the massive economic footprint the World Cup is generating across host cities, with billions in tourism dollars flowing into local economies. Continue reading at US Top News and Analysis.
