FANS who splashed the cash to snap up a World Cup final ticket are facing queues of more than TWO HOURS to get into the MetLife Stadium.
Argentina, who ended England’s hopes of glory with a on Wednesday, are set to lock horns with Spain in the showpiece.
There are huge queues forming outside the MetLife Stadium ahead of the World Cup final Credit: Reuters
Fans and media personnel are having to wait more than two hours to get inside Credit: Reuters
The final is set to become the – with the cheapest ticket available on Fifa’s official resale website on the eve of the showdown being priced at close to £6,000.
But there is chaos outside the 82,500-capacity arena on the outskirts of New York.
There have been technological glitches at the turnstiles, leading to some tickets not scanning.
And that has resulted in huge queues forming as security staff struggle to manage the massive crowds battling to reach their seat for the .
SunSport’s reporters who will be covering the clash have also been waiting to get inside the home of the and New York Jets for two hours as the mayhem unfolds.
Media members are facing extra checks from the secret service because of carrying laptops and filming equipment.
Disgruntled fans, who were told to arrive FOUR hours ahead of kick-off, have also been misdirected by stewards when they have been desperately trying to find the correct entry point.
Airport-style security measures are being enforced before setting foot inside the venue due to President Donald Trump, who , being in attendance.
It has been bedlam outside the MetLife Stadium Credit: Reuters
But VIP guests who are desperate to get a glimpse of and Co did not face issues getting into the MetLife Stadium.
Legendary actor Tom Cruise was spotted sauntering into the arena ahead of his expected cameo role in the tournament’s closing ceremony.
Brazilian World Cup winner Ronaldo and former England skipper have also been seen making their way to the hospitality suites.
Former Argentina midfielder Diego Simeone appeared carefree as he entered the stadium.
Spain are chasing their second World Cup crown – having won the tournament in 2010.
Argentina are aiming to make it back-to-back successes after four years ago.
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