FIFA Subpoenaed Over 2026 World Cup Ticket Prices
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- FIFA was subpoenaed by New York Attorney General Letitia James and New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport for internal data on ticket sales for eight 2026 World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium, including the July 19 final.
- FIFA used dynamic pricing for the 2026 World Cup, raising average ticket prices for the three main categories by 34% between October and April.
- FIFA altered its seat‑map at MetLife Stadium, adding “Front Category” zones after initially designating “Category 1” seats, prompting fan complaints of misleading seat locations.
- Gianni Infantino said FIFA must apply market rates for tickets, citing the entertainment market’s development.
- Donald Trump told the New York Post he wouldn’t pay the $1,000‑plus World Cup tickets.
Why it matters: Fans lose affordable access as ticket prices surged 34% and seat maps changed, while New York and New Jersey regulators gain leverage to enforce transparency, forcing FIFA to overhaul pricing and disclosure practices before the July 19 final.
