The World Cup's Bittersweet Taste of Accessibility The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup has brought forth a paradox: unprecedented levels of accessibility juxtaposed with ticket prices that have left many fans bitter.
As the tournament unfolds across three countries, viewers are spoiled for choice when it comes to watching matches, but attending them in person seems increasingly out of reach.
In the United States alone, over 40 World Cup matches will air during primetime on FOX, a record that underscores the network's aggressive pursuit of eyeballs.