Infantino Justifies $60 World Cup Tickets: Cheap Seats Would Fuel Black Markets
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, arguing that lower prices would only fuel black-market resales and benefit
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, arguing that lower prices would only fuel black-market resales and benefit scalpers rather than the sport. Speaking at a press conference, Infantino said every dollar generated from the tournament is reinvested into football worldwide. He also stressed FIFA's commitment to keeping the World Cup accessible through free-to-air television, saying the tournament belongs to fans in stadiums, fan zones and homes across the globe.
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