FIFA Releases Over 3 Million Tickets for 2026 World Cup Amid Controversy
Over 3 Million Tickets Released As 2026 FIFA World Cup Targets All-Time Record
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FIFA has launched the final phase of ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup, offering over three million tickets across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. With nearly seven million tickets available, FIFA aims to surpass the previous record of 3.5 million tickets sold during the 1994 World Cup, despite facing criticism over pricing and ticketing procedures.
- 01The final ticket sales phase for the 2026 FIFA World Cup began, offering over three million tickets.
- 02Nearly seven million tickets are available, with a goal to surpass the 3.5 million record set in 1994.
- 03FIFA faced accusations of high ticket prices and unfair purchasing procedures.
- 04More than one million tickets were sold during the random selection phase in early 2023.
- 05FIFA's president defended pricing due to high demand, while a $60 ticket category for supporters sold out quickly.
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FIFA has commenced the fourth and final phase of ticket sales for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to take place from June 11 to July 19 across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This phase includes over three million tickets, contributing to a total of nearly seven million tickets available for the tournament. FIFA aims to break the all-time record of 3.5 million tickets sold, previously established during the 1994 World Cup. The ticket sales opened at 1500 GMT on FIFA's official website and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The organization has faced criticism for high ticket prices and complicated purchasing processes, prompting complaints from fan organizations. FIFA's president, Gianni Infantino, attributed the pricing to
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The ticket pricing and availability will affect fans' ability to attend matches, especially with accusations of unfair pricing procedures.
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