Ticket prices for the FIFA World Cup quarter-final in Los Angeles have dropped significantly after the elimination of the United States and Portugal from the tournament.

The exit of both teams, especially Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal, led to a 60% decline in resale tickets, with prices falling from $2,950 to around $1,200.The sharp drop followed Belgium's 4-1 victory over the U.S.and Spain's 1-0 win against Portugal, ending Ronaldo's World Cup career.Forbes reported that the absence of these teams reduced demand, with average quarter-final prices dropping 31.5% in 24 hours and 50.4% over three days.Secondary market tickets for the final in New Jersey remain high at $9,346, though prices may change based on qualifying teams.The 2026 World Cup is now the most expensive edition in history, with prices far exceeding previous tournaments.The article highlights how the exits of major teams impacted ticket demand and market dynamics.