After the announcement of Lionel Messi, tickets for Inter Miami matches increased by almost 500% and larger stadiums are considered to receive the star
the hit of Lionel Messi as Inter Miami generated a great impact on the world of football, but had a considerable impact on the economic aspect. After the hiring announcement, the demand for tickets to see the team play increased, as well as the price. Thus, the inflation generated by the movement drew attention.
With capacity for just over 19,000 fans, the DRV Pink Stadium will no longer be the same after the arrival of the Argentine star. Previously, the average price of tickets was in the range of US$ 31 (R$ 152 at the current exchange rate). Now, the average has risen to 152 dollars, around 746 reais. In the same way that the games as a visitor also had considerable inflation.
The value becomes even more frightening when you take into account the date of Messi’s possible debut. The confrontation against blue crossfrom Mexico, valid for league cupon the 21st of July, had tickets in the range of US$ 24. However, after the announcement of the Argentine, the most affordable price is around US$ 521, an increase of more than 2000%.
Considering the exponential increase in demand, North American clubs are starting to study the best way to receive Lionel Messi. Thus, hosting matches in larger stadiums is one of the possibilities, since many teams have space between 20 and 25 thousand fans. Arenas used by franchises nfl come into consideration.
In the view of specialists, Messi’s arrival could found a new era in the American league. After years of hiring stars at the end of their careers, MLS will have one of the greatest players in history on their lawns. Thus, the arrival of the Argentine should bring the visibility and development that the sport in the country has dreamed of for so long.
Source: sportbuzz
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