FIFA wants to sell you a $3,000 patch of grass from the World Cup final. NJ wants a cut.
FIFA faces scrutiny from New Jersey officials over the sale of World Cup final grass patches priced between $450 and $3,000.
Who reported it (5)
- FIFA selling small pieces of World Cup final pitch for $450-$3,000 each The New York Times · 49d ago
- The 2026 World Cup Final Deserves Better Than MetLife Stadium Sports Illustrated · 49d ago
- New Jersey Seeks Cut From FIFA’s $450 World Cup Grass Patches, Report Says Forbes · 49d ago
- The World Cup final will be played on turf with mixed reviews. Rain might help. The Boston Globe · 49d ago
- World Cup 2026: Is MetLife Stadium the right choice to host the final? BBC · 49d ago
Where it stands
FIFA is offering fragments of the pitch used for the 2026 World Cup final for purchase by the public. Prices for these segments range from $450 to $3,000. New Jersey officials are now seeking a portion of the revenue generated from these sales.
Coverage from The New York Times, Sports Illustrated, Forbes, The Boston Globe, and the BBC highlights the commercialization of the match memorabilia alongside broader discussions regarding the venue selection. Outlets have noted the use of turf at MetLife Stadium, with reporting documenting mixed feedback on the surface quality and the potential impact of weather conditions on the playing field. Future developments depend on whether an agreement is reached between FIFA and New Jersey regarding tax or revenue sharing.
Ongoing coverage indicates continued public and media assessment of MetLife Stadium as the host site for the tournament final.
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Answered
What is the cost of the grass patches?
The patches are being sold for prices ranging from $450 to $3,000.
Why is New Jersey involved?
New Jersey is seeking a cut of the revenue generated from the sale of the grass patches.
What concerns have been raised about the venue?
Reports mention mixed reviews concerning the stadium's turf surface and questions regarding the suitability of MetLife Stadium for the final.
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