- A New York mother, Elizabeth Saitta, was unexpectedly charged $8,100 after accidentally purchasing a parking pass on StubHub while buying FIFA World Cup tickets for her son.
- Saitta had intended to buy two tickets for $772 for a Brazil vs. Morocco match at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium, but mistakenly added the high-priced parking pass to her order, according to NBC New York’s report.
- StubHub initially denied her refund request, but reversed its decision and processed a full refund after NBC New York contacted the company on her behalf.
- The World Cup 2026 began Thursday in Mexico City, with the U.S. set to host over 70 matches, including the final at MetLife Stadium on July 19.
- An Emerson College poll indicates 45 percent of U.S. voters are not interested in the tournament, and fans have expressed frustration over record-high ticket costs, with Donald Trump also commenting on the high prices.
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