Several Singaporeans are spending thousands of dollars to fulfil lifelong dreams of experiencing the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, viewing the tournament as a once-in-a-lifetime milestone rather than just a football trip. The story also featured David Devaraj Ramamurthy and Asothan Samynathan, friends since their days at SP. Instead of paying more than S$1,000 per match ticket, the pair chose to experience the World Cup atmosphere from Mexico City's bars and public spaces. Spending around S$4,000 on flights and accommodation for a five-day trip, they said the highlight was immersing themselves in the passion of local fans rather than attending matches inside the stadium.
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