FIFA President Gianni Infantino has misled the public by claiming that all tickets for the World Cup finals are sold out, despite recent ticket sales indicating otherwise.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has come under scrutiny for claiming that all tickets to the upcoming World Cup finals were sold out. His announcement at the end of February suggested a complete sellout of the summer tournament’s matches. However, within a week, FIFA released additional tickets for 64 out of the total 104 matches, contradicting Infantino's assertion.
The revelation that tickets were available, including for the opening match featuring the U.S. team against Paraguay, has sparked surprise among fans. Experts, like Jim McCarthy, noted the high demand for games but suggested that some matches might require more marketing efforts to maximize attendance. He also indicated that current ticket prices could be excessively high, affecting audience engagement.
The situation has led to widespread dissatisfaction among fans regarding ticket pricing. For instance, tickets for the first category of the U.S. versus Paraguay game are priced over 2,300 euros, while second-category tickets exceed 1,600 euros. This discontent raises questions about FIFA's ticketing strategy and its impact on the perceived accessibility of the World Cup.
