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Despite concerns about slow ticket sales, the FIFA Club World Cup Opener between Inter Miami and Al Ahly appeared to be a success.
Days before the opener, The Athletic reported that tens of thousands of tickets were still available for the game, prompting FIFA to get creative with their sales tactics.
According to The Athletic, FIFA has partnered with Miami-Dade College to offer students discounted tickets.
Via The Athletic
An email promotion sent out says that FIFA, in collaboration with Miami Dade College, is “providing up to four complimentary tickets to the opening match of the FIFA Club World Cup with the purchase of one ticket at the reduced student price of $20.”
If they secure the five tickets, then they are essentially able to watch Messi for just $4 a seat, which is a bargain for the local community
It appears that FIFA’s strategy was successful, as they were able to fill the stadium with an announced 60,927 fans in attendance.
@jzosports 60,927 fans attend FIFA Club World Cup between Inter Miami & Al Ahly #fifaclubworldcup
60,927 is the official attendance for the Club World Cup opener.🏟️ pic.twitter.com/jOY0fHuKup
— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) June 15, 2025
The FIFA Club World Cup will run from now until July 13th and will travel to 12 different venues in the U.S.
Tickets can be purchased at Ticketmaster, and Marriott Bonvoy members can spend their member points to purchase match tickets and Marriott Bonvoy Moments throughout the tournament.