England vs Mexico could become ‘most expensive’ World Cup knockout match ever as ticket prices surge

England's blockbuster World Cup Round of 16 showdown with Mexico is shaping up to be one of the most expensive matches in tournament history.

With demand soaring for a meeting at the iconic Estadio Azteca, resale ticket prices have reached extraordinary levels.

Tickets to watch England's Round of 16 clash with Mexico rise to more than £27,000

England's last-16 meeting with El Tri at the Azteca has sparked huge demand, with resale ticket prices climbing as high as $36,000 (£27,300) on FIFA's official resale platform.

Supporters who secured seats through the Football Association's official allocation back in January paid considerably less, with Category 3 tickets priced at $235 (£175), Category 2 at $605 (£455) and Category 1 at $770 (£557.50).

However, fans leaving it until after England's 2-1 victory over DR Congo have faced eye-watering costs. Category 1 resale tickets have been listed for up to $36,000 (£27,300), while Category 2 seats have reached $11,845 (£8,886) and Category 3 tickets have ranged from more than $4,000 (£3,000) to almost $19,500 (£14,600)

Meanwhile, Telegraph Sport understands around 4,000 England supporters secured tickets through the FA's official allocation, although as many as 8,000 Three Lions fans could ultimately be inside the 80,000-capacity Azteca once resale purchases are factored in.

It is not just ticket prices stretching supporters' budgets, either.

Fans travelling from Atlanta to Mexico City after the Round of 32 victory are facing a journey of around 1,700 miles, with direct flights climbing above £730, while hotel prices in the Mexican capital have also surged.

Many supporters have instead opted for indirect routes in a bid to keep costs down, with some choosing to fly via Cancun before making their way to Mexico City.

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The extraordinary prices being asked for England's clash with Mexico are the latest example of the ticket affordability issues that have overshadowed large parts of the 2026 World Cup.

While official sales offered some sort of genuine value for supporters who planned months ahead, the resale market has reached levels that put attendance well beyond the reach of most fans.

That said, for those fortunate enough to secure a seat, watching the Three Lions face El Tri at the legendary Azteca is the sort of football experience that many supporters will regard as priceless, regardless of the cost.

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