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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jack Rathborn

‘Surprised’ Fifa hits back at New Jersey governor’s complaints over spiralling World Cup transport costs

Fifa is “surprised” by the outrage from local politicians who have blamed football’s governing body for the controversial prices for public transport at this summer’s World Cup 2026.

Mikie Sherrill, the governor of New Jersey, insisted that Fifa “should pay” for the spiralling costs for trains to the host city’s MetLife Stadium, with a ticket set to top $100, despite usual fares priced at $12.90, according to The Athletic.

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