New York Gears Up For Messi Mania With Skyrocketing Ticket Prices

The soccer world is buzzing with excitement as Lionel Messi prepares to grace the field in the New York City metropolitan area. However, witnessing this spectacle live comes with a hefty price tag.

Anticipation is building for the upcoming match between Inter Miami, featuring Lionel Messi, and the New York Red Bulls on Aug. 26 in Harrison, New Jersey.

As of Friday morning, the starting ticket price on Ticketmaster was a staggering $496, with some tickets priced up to $10,000. This is a stark contrast to the Red Bulls' game against DC United, where tickets were available for a mere $10, Bloomberg reported.

What can't he do?!

Make it NINE goals in six games for Leo Messi. pic.twitter.com/HLf3zBFTmV

— Major League Soccer (@MLS) August 15, 2023

Interestingly, ticket prices for Messi's appearance in New York surpass even those in the state where he currently resides: Florida. For instance, tickets for Miami's match against Nashville SC on Aug. 30 are priced between $172 and $2,000.

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The skyrocketing ticket prices highlight Messi's unparalleled global appeal. The 36-year-old Argentine sensation, fresh off a World Cup triumph with his national team, has brought an unprecedented level of excitement to Major League Soccer.

According to Bloomberg, Dan Hunt, co-owner of the FC Dallas team, emphasized the ripple effect of Messi's transition from Europe to the U.S., suggesting it would elevate the entire league, boost club valuations and attract more talent.

This was evident when Inter Miami's away game against FC Dallas sold out within a mere 10 minutes, the outlet noted. 

Local Red Bulls enthusiasts are bracing for an influx of Messi admirers. The Viking Army, a passionate supporter group of the team, issued a statement on X on Thursday, cautioning that "no Messi jerseys" would be permitted in the South Ward, a standing-only section dedicated to diehard fans.

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