Former New York Yankees ace CC Sabathia injected a dose of humor into the debate over 2026 World Cup transportation costs with a cheeky tweet on Friday.
Responding to news that New Jersey Transit will charge $150 for a round-trip rail ticket from New York’s Penn Station to MetLife Stadium—compared to the usual $12.90 fare—Sabathia offered a cheeky solution.
The Athletic reported the steep pricing for the eight matches at MetLife Stadium (which has been renamed for the event), including the final, as organizers seek to recover costs without burdening local taxpayers.
An alternative bus option costs $80 per seat, with no discounts for children, seniors, or disabled passengers.
Limited parking and expected crowds have fueled the logistics headache, sparking a public spat between New Jersey officials and FIFA over who should foot the bill.
Sabathia’s lighthearted offer quickly drew laughs and playful replies online, turning a gripe about price gouging into a moment of baseball-star hospitality. While fans weigh the pricey commute, the pitcher’s backyard parking pitch offers a comically affordable workaround for those willing to carpool with a Hall of Famer.
