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Salah's World Cup Clash: Tickets Scarce, Prices Soar
22 Jun
Summary
- Tickets for Egypt vs. New Zealand were unavailable on FIFA's portal.
- Resale tickets exceeded 350, with prices starting at $603.80.
- Fifteen thousand Egyptian fans are expected at BC Place.
Hours before the World Cup match between Egypt and New Zealand kicked off in Vancouver, FIFA's official ticketing portal showed no available tickets. Simultaneously, the resale market featured more than 350 listings, with prices beginning at an elevated $603.80. Videos circulating online depicted large crowds of enthusiastic Egyptian fans gathered at a Vancouver hotel to greet their team and superstar Mohamed Salah.
Supporters were seen greeting Salah, obtaining autographs, and taking photos. The match held significant importance for both Egypt and New Zealand, as both teams, along with Belgium and Iran, were tied with one point in Group G following two draws. This game marked the third World Cup fixture hosted at BC Place Stadium.
An estimated 15,000 Egyptian fans were anticipated at BC Place, building on the strong turnout of supporters seen in Seattle the previous Monday. Representatives from both the Egyptian and New Zealand supporters' groups expressed excitement for the match and the opportunity to represent their nations on the global stage.
