dailyloe.com – FIFA president Gianni Infantino addressed concerns regarding high ticket prices for the upcoming World Cup. He made these comments during the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills. Infantino responded to criticisms about ticket costs, including final seats being resold for over $2 million.
Infantino mentioned that U.S. group stage tickets priced at $4,000 are still available. He emphasized the importance of revenue from the World Cup in supporting global soccer development. Fans have expressed frustration, labeling the pricing a ‘monumental betrayal.’
The addition of more expensive ticket categories has also drawn ire from supporters. Infantino noted, ‘We have to look at the market.’ He stated that FIFA operates in a highly developed entertainment market, necessitating the application of market rates.
As the tournament approaches, many tickets remain available in the higher price categories. Infantino’s remarks aimed to justify the pricing strategy amidst ongoing debates over the affordability of attending the World Cup.
