FIFA announced Wednesday that tickets for World Cup matches in Toronto may only be resold at their original face value [1].

This policy change prevents third-party sellers and fans from profiting through inflated prices for matches at BMO Field. By restricting sales to the official FIFA resale marketplace, the governing body aims to curb the speculative market that often accompanies global sporting events.

The update follows the passage of new legislation in Ontario during the week of April 28, 2026 [2]. The law bans the resale of event tickets above their original face value to protect consumers from price gouging [2].

In response to the legislative shift, FIFA briefly removed Toronto-based World Cup tickets from its official resale marketplace on April 28, 2026 [2]. This temporary removal occurred as the organization aligned its internal systems with the provincial requirements.

The updated policy was formally implemented on May 6, 2026 [1]. Under these rules, any fan wishing to sell their ticket for a Toronto match must use the official platform, where the price is locked to the original purchase cost [1].

FIFA has not commented on whether similar restrictions will be applied to other host cities. However, the current mandate is a direct result of the legal framework established by the Ontario government to ensure ticket accessibility [2].

“Tickets for World Cup matches in Toronto can only be resold for their original price on FIFA’s official marketplace.”

This move represents a significant clash between international sporting body policies and local consumer protection laws. By forcing FIFA to adhere to Ontario's price caps, the province is setting a precedent that could influence how other host cities in North America manage ticket secondary markets, potentially reducing the financial incentive for professional ticket scalpers during the tournament.