Fans Compete for FIFA World Cup Tickets at New Jersey Mall

East Rutherford, New Jersey — Hundreds of soccer fans are expected at the American Dream mall on Friday, Nov. 24, in a competition for two highly sought-after FIFA World Cup tickets. The event will kick off at 5 a.m. outside the JD Sports store within the mall.

The competition is part of American Dream’s special event named “Catch the Goals,” where participants have a chance to win tickets worth approximately $3,000 to a group stage game at the upcoming FIFA World Cup taking place this summer across North America.

To enter, the first 100 people to check in will have the opportunity to play a unique twist on a classic carnival game known as the “Human Crane.” Contestants will be harnessed and lowered into a pit full of prizes, attempting to grab the World Cup tickets. The event echoes the nostalgic boardwalk crane games, but with people instead of mechanical cranes.

In addition to the soccer tickets, other prizes will be available. The next 150 fans in line can participate in the “Spin-to-Win” game, where gift cards will be awarded, though soccer tickets won’t be included in those prizes.

The World Cup will be hosted at various venues in North America, including MetLife Stadium, which will feature eight matches, including the highly anticipated final. With a limited number of tickets expected to be available, this event at American Dream offers a rare opportunity for fans.

Jeremy Schneider, a culture editor for NJ.com, noted that tickets for the World Cup will likely be difficult to come by, enhancing the excitement surrounding the competition.