New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has expressed strong criticism of FIFA for not covering transportation costs associated with the upcoming FIFA World Cup. As a result, New Jersey Transit will charge $150 for train fares between Penn Station in New York City and MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, where eight games, including the final, will take place. This fare is a significant increase from the standard fare of $12.90, reflecting the $48 million operational costs for the service. Sherrill emphasized that the state should not bear the financial burden while FIFA profits from the event, as the organization is expected to make $11 billion. To alleviate the impact on commuters, she has instructed NJ Transit to implement discounts for riders affected by service changes on specific peak commuting days. With an estimated 40,000 fans relying on public transport for each game, the situation has raised concerns about accessibility and fairness for local residents.