FIFA is under investigation over ticket pricing ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
The attorneys general of New York and New Jersey are investigating the association over allegations of “artificially inflating prices” and “misleading fans” on ticket sales. According to the report, fans have allegedly been “misled” about seat location, including the creation of more expensive “front” class tickets issued after initial sales.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino defended the prices in early May, saying they reflected the public’s “absolutely insane” appetite, although FIFA declined to comment on recent events.
BBC correspondent Nada Taufik explains that the World Cup is just a few days away and what is going to happen next.
