**Ticket Prices Announced for FIFA World Cup Matches in Toronto** Fans eager to see the Canadian men’s national soccer team play at the FIFA World Cup in Toronto will face steep ticket prices. The first batch of tickets went on sale Wednesday through a Visa presale draw, which was open only to those who registered on FIFA’s website and had an eligible credit card. Many participants were unaware of the ticket prices when they entered the draw, leading to surprise and disappointment among fans. The cheapest seats for Canada’s World Cup opener in June will cost nearly $500, excluding parking and concessions. According to reports, ticket prices for the match at BMO Field are categorized into four tiers. The highest-priced tickets will be $2,443, followed by $1,736 for the second tier, $1,000 for the third, and $497 for the lowest category. Toronto will also host four group stage matches, with ticket prices for these games yet to be determined. However, the top-tier tickets for these matches are expected to cost $623, with subsequent tiers priced at $469, $217, and Category 4 tickets ranging from $84 to $105. Fans face uncertainty as they could end up watching a high-stakes match or a less competitive game. The Round of 32 knockout round match at BMO Field is anticipated to feature at least one strong contender. Ticket prices for this game are slightly higher than those for the group stage, with Categories 1 to 3 priced at $672, $504, and $245, respectively. The cheapest seats for this knockout match will be $189. In Vancouver, where Canada will play two group stage games, ticket prices range from $665 to $231. BC Place will also host three additional group stage matches, with prices from $574 to $82, and two knockout stage games. The Round of 32 tickets will range from $616 to $175, while Round of 16 tickets will be priced between $826 and $238. For those interested in attending the World Cup final next July at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, ticket prices will range from $8,888 to $2,832. Fans who participated in the Visa presale draw should know by now if they secured tickets. There will be additional opportunities to purchase tickets, with a second lottery scheduled from October 27 to 31 and a final draw after the World Cup draw on December 5. If tickets remain unsold after these draws, they will be available to the general public. However, many expect that purchasing tickets will ultimately lead to the resale market, where prices are likely to increase significantly due to a lack of restrictions on markups by FIFA's official platform.