Washington: Soccer supporters across Europe and beyond have slammed FIFA after newly circulated ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup appeared far higher than previously promised. Fan groups say the governing body has abandoned affordability commitments, sparking widespread frustration as national associations begin sharing their allocated ticket slabs.

The backlash intensified after the German Football Association published its ticket list, revealing that group-stage seats range from $180 to $700 – a stark contrast to FIFA’s earlier assurances of $60 entry-level options. Prices for the final have soared even further, with the cheapest ticket listed at $4,185 and the most expensive climbing to $8,680.

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