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Infantino Defends 2026 World Cup Ticket Prices, Citing 150 Million Requests in 15 Days

He says World Cup income is reinvested to support the sport across the globe.

Overview

  • FIFA says six to seven million tickets are on sale and about 150 million requests arrived in the first 15 days.
  • Supporter groups have condemned the pricing structure, with the Football Supporters' Association calling it scandalous.
  • After backlash, FIFA added a limited $60/£45 supporter ticket category intended for fans of qualified teams.
  • Reporting highlights steep top-end costs, including a cheapest final ticket listed at £3,119 in New Jersey.
  • Infantino announced that Dubai will host the FIFA Best Awards next year.