Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo. Photo Credit: footballontnt
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage reaches its climax, the highly anticipated Group K showdown between Portugal and Colombia has been confirmed as the most sought-after match of the opening phase, with staggering ticket demand underscoring its global appeal.
According to TNT Sports and The Athletic, the blockbuster fixture scheduled for Saturday evening at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, drew over five million ticket requests within the first 24 hours of availability.
TNT Sports highlighted the scale of demand in its coverage on Saturday, stating that Portugal versus Colombia is “reportedly the most in-demand group stage match at the World Cup, with resale tickets at over $7,000.”
Resale prices also skyrocketed, with some tickets reportedly changing hands for more than $7,000, a figure that surpasses average get-in prices for major events like the Super Bowl.
