The price of witnessing soccer history just skyrocketed. FIFA has tripled the cost of its premier tickets for the World Cup final, with the best seats now available for a staggering $32,970. These premium "front category one" tickets went on sale Thursday for the highly anticipated July 19 showdown at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

This massive price hike comes as a shock to fans who had been eyeing the previous top-tier price of $10,990. That lower category one option is now only available for wheelchair and easy-access amenity seating. For those still dreaming of attending the final, the cheapest remaining standard tickets are likely to be in high demand.

The semifinals are also commanding premium prices. The July 14 match at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, features tickets ranging from $2,705 to a hefty $11,130. The following day's semifinal at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium is slightly more affordable, with seats priced between $2,725 and $10,635.

For American fans hoping to catch the U.S. Men's National Team in action, tickets are available but not cheap. The U.S. opener against Paraguay on June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, starts at $1,120 and goes up to $2,735. Their June 19 group-stage match against Australia in Seattle is listed at $2,715.

With the World Cup generating unprecedented demand, these prices reflect the once-in-a-lifetime nature of the event. Whether you're saving for a nosebleed seat or splurging on a front-row view, securing a spot at this summer's tournament will require a serious investment.