Lionel Messi’s Utah debut sends Real Salt Lake ticket prices soaring

Lionel Messi's first appearance in Utah with Inter Miami against Real Salt Lake on Wednesday at America First Field has driven secondary-market ticket prices to unprecedented levels, with the cheapest available ticket reaching $403 — more than 10 times the get-in price of the previous week's game against San Diego FC. According to TickPick, the match carries an average purchase price of $468, making it the most expensive MLS game of the 2026 season. Real Salt Lake responded to demand by installing bleachers for 800 extra fans and selling standing-room tickets, while a potential venue switch was ruled out partly because Messi does not play on turf.