- Defendant
- South Florida Stadium LLC and other defendants
- Status
- Open to claims
- Potential payout
- Up to $2,000 per ticket for denied entry or $100 per ticket for denied full access
- Claim deadline
- File by August 11, 2026
- Settlement fund
- $14 million
- Proof required
- Yes (for some claims)
Overview
South Florida Stadium LLC and other defendants agreed to a $14 million settlement over claims arising from the July 14, 2024 Copa América final at Hard Rock Stadium. The lawsuit alleges that valid ticketholders were denied entry, or were admitted but denied full access to stadium facilities or their purchased seats. The defendants deny wrongdoing, and the court did not decide the claims. The case is Nobel, et al. v. South Florida Stadium LLC, et al., Case No. 1:24-cv-22751-BB, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.
Who qualifies
- You held a valid ticket to the July 14, 2024 Copa América final at Hard Rock Stadium.
- You were denied entry to the stadium, or you entered but were denied full access to stadium facilities or the specific seat you purchased.
- You did not previously settle or release the same claims and did not opt out of the settlement.
What you could receive
Denied-entry class members who submit valid claims with supporting documentation may receive their out-of-pocket ticket costs, including up to $300 per person in travel costs, subject to a total cap of $2,000 per ticket. Denied-full-access class members may receive $100 per ticket. Payments may be adjusted depending on the number of approved claims and the funds available after settlement costs.
How to file your claim
- 1Confirm that you held a valid ticket to the July 14, 2024 Copa América final and fit one of the settlement class definitions.
- 2Submit one official claim form per household through the settlement website or by mail.
- 3Provide proof of purchase and the supporting documentation required for each person and ticket included in the claim.
- 4Denied-entry claimants must also provide the photograph, video, or photo identification described in the official claim instructions.
- 5Submit online by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time or ensure the mailed claim is postmarked by August 11, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Who qualifies for the Copa América final settlement?
Valid ticketholders to the July 14, 2024 final who were denied entry, or who entered but were denied full access to stadium facilities or their purchased seats, may qualify if they meet the official class definition.
How much can eligible fans receive?
Denied-entry class members may receive up to $2,000 per ticket, including up to $300 per person in travel costs. Denied-full-access class members may receive $100 per ticket, subject to possible adjustments.
What is the claim deadline?
Online claims must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on August 11, 2026, and mailed claims must be postmarked by that date.