Fans Ticketed for Copa America Final Demand Refunds after being Denied Entry
Sports | July 15, 2024, 10:23 p.m.
Chaos erupted at the gates of the Copa America final as fans rushed in, preventing some ticketholders from entering the Hard Rock Stadium. Videos show many fans without tickets managed to get inside, raising safety concerns. Dr. Manuel Fonseca, who spent nearly $4,000 for tickets, described the scene as unsafe, especially for his pregnant wife. After escaping the chaotic crowd, they were unable to re-enter the stadium. Now, frustrated fans are demanding refunds, citing thousands of dollars spent and being locked out while unauthorized individuals entered. Ticket vendors like Ticketmaster and StubHub, along with event organizers CONMEBOL, have been contacted for a response on the refund policies. Hard Rock Stadium acknowledged the situation and pledged to address individual concerns in partnership with CONMEBOL. Ticketholders may see a refund option in their online accounts if approved by the event organizer. The situation remains unresolved as fans await further updates on potential refunds.