Mohammedia – Speaking on January 31 as officials discussed New York City’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, its role as a host region, and rising concerns over ticket access and pricing, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he had been asked about securing seats for the June 13 Group C match at MetLife Stadium, before joking that he, too – as the head of the city – was still looking for tickets to the Morocco vs. Brazil matchup.
On the official FIFA ticketing resale marketplace, the only official channel where you can purchase, Category 1,2 & 3 Easy-Access as well as most wheelchair access are completely sold out. All that remains are Categories 1-4 general access, which range at the bottom level starting at just under $1000 and going as far nearly $3000. These are not even hospitality packages, which start in the $2000 range.
Morocco’s path in Group C of the tournament will pitch the Atlas Lions against Brazil, Scotland and Haiti. Haiti’s spirited side. Matches kick off in mid-June for these matches in New York, Boston and Atlanta, respectively with Group C’s fixtures are among the most anticipated in the early schedule.
Mamdani hasn’t just joked about tickets — he’s been actively engaging with soccer culture in New York. Back in January, he hosted a free viewing party for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final at Manhattan’s Surrogate’s Court, drawing Morocco supporters and broader soccer fans to watch together as the Atlas Lions battled Senegal.
The 2026 tournament will be the first World Cup jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, with the US hosting the majority of matches, including several in the New York–New Jersey region.
MetLife Stadium is set to host multiple group-stage games and the tournament final, a role that has drawn heightened attention to ticket demand, infrastructure readiness, and the region’s logistical preparations.
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