In a bold statement, Football Supporters Europe (FSE) has demanded that FIFA halt the sale of national team allocations for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. The organization claims apparent price gouging could severely impact fans' ability to attend, potentially excluding them from the globally celebrated event.
The European fan group highlighted the staggering costs associated with securing tickets through Participating Member Associations (PMAs), with prices inflating to staggering amounts, nearly five times those at the Qatar World Cup in 2022. They also criticized the absence of a lower-price ticket category for loyal supporters, accusing FIFA of prioritizing profits over tradition.
FSE's Executive Director, Ronan Evain, expressed concern about risking the tournament's atmosphere due to

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