Infantino says World Cup ticket prices reflect demand
Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, has defended the high prices of World Cup tickets amid criticism from fans and advocacy groups. He argued that the steep costs are justified by strong demand and the realities of the US entertainment market. Fan organizations have labeled the pricing as “extortionate” and have taken legal action against FIFA. Infantino also highlighted the large number of ticket requests and the prevalence of ticket resales at even higher prices.
Match highlights
- Gianni Infantino stated that World Cup ticket prices are set according to market demand, especially in the US.
- Fan group Football Supporters Europe (FSE) has filed a lawsuit with the European Commission over “excessive ticket prices.”
- Tickets for the final on FIFA’s resale website were listed at over $2 million each, though Infantino noted this does not mean they will sell at that price.
- The most expensive face-value ticket for the 2026 final is about $11,000, compared to around $1,600 for the 2022 final.
- Infantino said FIFA received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026, with 25% of group phase tickets priced under $300.
