Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa
FIFA has defended its attendance figures for a World Cup match in Guadalajara, claiming that empty seats were due to fans congregating in concourses rather than a lack of demand. The governing body stated that official figures are based on scanned tickets and verified operational data.
Why it matters
Accurate attendance reporting is critical for the credibility of major international sporting events and the management of ticket sales for expanded tournaments.
Image source, Reuters Image caption, South Korea came from behind to beat Czech Republic 2-1
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