Despite FIFA's lofty ambitions, the Club World Cup has so far played out in front of half-empty stadiums, the result of steep ticket prices, poor promotion and a misread of the U.S. market. Why does the Club World Cup exist?

Running through July 13 in 12 U.S. cities, the tournament doubles as a high-stakes dress rehearsal for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Given the hype surrounding the multinational competition, last-minute tickets are surprisingly cheap. At the time of publication, our team found seats for first-round MetLife matches going for as low as $26 including fees on Vivid Seats. Finals tickets start at $663 including fees.