Officials have defended the charges as necessary to cover the costs of enhanced security and expanded train services without burdening taxpayers
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World Cup lament exorbitant train fares in United States | Africanews
Already reeling from astronomical ticket prices, expensive flights and exorbitant hotel costs, fans have been outraged to discover that getting to some stadiums via rail will come with another hefty bill
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USA imposes rail fares to $98 round-trip for 2026 World Cup venues (vs $12.90 standard), multiplying costs already record-high for tickets and travel. Unlike prior hosts offering free transit, this model shifts infrastructure costs to fans rather than public budgets, reflecting extractive monetization strategy.
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