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FIFA President Gianni Infantino addresses World Cup ticket prices and referee entry issue

FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the World Cup ticket prices, stating that if FIFA is wrong, then all ticket sellers in North America are also wrong. His remarks were made in relation to a referee's denied entry to the US.

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the pricing of World Cup tickets during a statement made on June 10, 2026. He remarked that if FIFA is at fault regarding ticket prices, then it implies that all ticket sellers in North America are also at fault. Infantino's comments come in the context of discussions surrounding a referee who was denied entry to the United States.

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FIFA's Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino addresses World Cup ticket prices and referee entry issue