World Cup 2026: FIFA chief Infantino defends pricing and tickets in US
Al Jazeera·3h ago·Neutral
What Happened
FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended high ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup in North America, stating the tournament is the organisation's primary income source every four years. Infantino emphasized FIFA is a nonprofit operating in 211 nations, reinvesting revenues globally. Secondary market tickets for the US opener ranged from $1,359 to $14,000, with World Cup final tickets reaching $25,000.
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