Fifa has hit back at criticism from New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill, saying vastly inflated train fares at the 2026 World Cup will create problems far beyond just hitting fans in the pocket. Sherrill said world football's governing body is to blame for supporters having to pay $150 for a 30-minute NJ Transit train journey from New York to MetLife Stadium in New Jersey to attend World Cup games this summer.
Schirgi, chief operating officer for the tournament, insisted Fifa's goal at the World Cup is "to minimise congestion, reduce reliance on private vehicles, and ensure the fan experience is positive and memorable defined by the action on pitch, not delays on the roads". He added: "Elevated fares inevitably push fans towards alternative transportation options.
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