England supporters planning their trip to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America now have a crucial piece of their budget puzzle: the price of a pint at the stadium. Data compiled by SeatPick has revealed the estimated cost of beer across all 16 tournament venues, showing a staggering variation that could significantly impact fans' spending.
From Bargain Basement to Eye-Watering Expense
The research highlights a dramatic price divide, largely split along national lines. The best value for thirsty fans will undoubtedly be found in Mexico. At both the Estadio Akron in Guadalajara and the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, a pint is expected to cost an astonishing just £2.04.
This remarkable price undercuts even the famously affordable UK pub chain Wetherspoons, offering incredible value. The third Mexican venue, Estadio BBVA in Monterrey, is more expensive at £4.35 per pint, but remains the third cheapest overall.
In stark contrast, the most expensive venues are in the United States. The SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles and Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, share the dubious honour of the highest price, with a pint forecast to cost a hefty £10.49.
Budgeting for England's Group Stage Journey
With the tournament draw placing England in a group with Croatia, Panama, and Ghana, thousands of Three Lions fans are mapping their routes. While the exact schedule is due for release, the likely locations for England's matches are now known, allowing for some financial planning.
England's opening fixture against Croatia will be held in either Dallas or Toronto. A pint at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas will set fans back £7.28, while at Toronto's BMO Field it's slightly cheaper at £6.75.
The clash with Ghana is anticipated in either Toronto or Boston. At the Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, near Boston, a pint is priced at £6.43. England's final group game against Panama will be in New York or Philadelphia, where costs rise sharply: £8.43 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia and £9.74 at the MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.
Manager's Focus Remains on the Football
Speaking after Friday's draw in Washington DC, England manager Thomas Tuchel acknowledged the challenge of the group, stating he would not underestimate any opponent. "Difficult group, difficult opener," Tuchel said. "Croatia and Ghana [are] two regulars in World Cups and two proud and strong nations."
He added, "Panama I don't know much about at the moment, but we will before the tournament starts... We are confident and we will be well prepared when we arrive." His comments suggest the team's focus is firmly on the pitch, even as fans calculate the cost of their support from the stands.
The full list of estimated pint prices for the 2026 World Cup stadiums is as follows:
- Estadio Akron (Guadalajara): £2.04
- Estadio Azteca (Mexico City): £2.04
- Estadio BBVA (Monterrey): £4.35
- BC Place (Vancouver): £6.37
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta): £6.37
- Gillette Stadium (Boston): £6.43
- BMO Field (Toronto): £6.75
- Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City): £6.90
- Lumen Field (Seattle): £7.28
- AT&T Stadium (Dallas): £7.28
- Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia): £8.43
- Hard Rock Stadium (Miami): £8.99
- NRG Stadium (Houston): £9.59
- MetLife Stadium (New York/New Jersey): £9.74
- Levi's Stadium (Santa Clara): £10.49
- SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles): £10.49
