FIFA's Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry
FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the high ticket prices for the upcoming 48-nation World Cup, comparing them to other major U.S. sporting events. He also addressed concerns regarding the denial of entry for a Somali referee and ongoing legal probes into ticket sales.
Why it matters
The pricing strategy for the world's largest sporting event highlights the tension between commercialization and accessibility for global fans.
MEXICO CITY (AP) — FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices on Wednesday, saying “if we do something wrong, then probably everyone selling tickets in North America is doing something wrong."
The article reports on Infantino's defense while providing counter-data regarding ticket price comparisons, maintaining a balanced journalistic approach.
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