Even with the United States national team eliminated from the tournament, the upcoming World Cup semifinal between powerhouse nations France and Spain at Dallas Stadium remains one of the hottest tickets in sports.

U.S. Elimination Triggers Price Drop, But Bargains Are Scarce

Fans looking for last-minute entry to Tuesday’s blockbuster clash will find some relief, as the lowest-priced tickets have plunged by 60% following the U.S. team’s Round of 16 exit. However, the secondary market is far from affordable.

According to data from ticketing platform StubHub, the absolute cheapest seat available still commands a staggering price tag of over $1,600. This highly anticipated fixture marks the ninth and final World Cup match to be hosted at the Arlington venue.

Prior to the U.S. squad’s tournament-ending loss to Belgium in Seattle, anticipation for a potential U.S. vs. France matchup had driven get-in prices up to nearly $4,000.

Star Power Drives Premium Market Value

While the current entry fee is on par with the most expensive matches hosted in the Dallas-Fort Worth region, it still falls short of the record-shattering prices seen during Lionel Messi’s two group-stage appearances with Argentina.

The premium cost reflects the elite talent on display. The semifinal features a marquee showdown between two of football’s biggest icons: French superstar Kylian Mbappé and Spain’s 18-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal.

Both teams enter the match in peak form:

• France: The 2022 tournament runners-up secured their spot by defeating Morocco 2-0 on Thursday, marking their third straight trip to the semifinal stage.
• Spain: The Spanish side booked their ticket on Friday with a 2-1 victory over Belgium, notably conceding their very first goal of the entire tournament during the match.

A Tale of Two Ticket Markets

The current secondary market contrasts sharply with the experience of fans who secured fixed-rate tickets months ago through the official FIFA lottery system. With the official matchup now locked in for Tuesday, latecomers face a brutal resale landscape despite the host nation being knocked out.

Dallas Stadium holds the distinction of hosting more matches than any other city during this tournament cycle. Meanwhile, the tournament’s other semifinal matchup will see Argentina face England in Atlanta on Wednesday.