Infantino Defends FIFA's Visa and Ticket Policies as 2026 World Cup Approaches with Average Price Under $500
Gianni Infantino addressed criticism over ticket costs and entry issues for the tournament opening June 11. He said average prices remain under $500 and that FIFA cannot control U.S. visa decisions.
The IndependentFIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the organization's handling of visas and ticket prices on June 10 in Mexico City, one day before the 2026 World Cup begins. Infantino said the average ticket price for the tournament is under $500. S.
Sports leagues and cited the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs as an example. Tickets for the World Cup start at $140. Regular seats for the July 19 final in New Jersey were initially priced up to $8,680.
FIFA later raised final prices to $10,990 and then to $32,970 before offering a limited number of $60 tickets to national federations. 5 million and 7 million tickets. He welcomed investigations by attorneys general in California, New Jersey, New York, and Texas.
U.S. entry for Somali referee Omar Artan. Infantino said people "should chill" regarding the visa situation and added that FIFA is "not the kings of the world" when it comes to entry decisions.
Infantino stated that the secondary ticket market is outside FIFA's control and that the organization cannot influence resale prices.
