Growing US anger over World Cup ticket prices as speculators and FIFA seek big profits
With exactly four weeks until the opening match, the World Cup ticket market is dominated by speculators and FIFA's pursuit of massive revenue. Many tickets remain unsold, and even Donald Trump has stated he would not pay the current prices. The article highlights growing public discontent in the United States over the cost of attending the tournament.
Key facts
- Opening match is in four weeks
- Many tickets are still available on the market
- Speculators and FIFA are seeking large profits
- Donald Trump said he would not pay the ticket prices
- Unrest over ticket prices is growing in the US
Entities
Institutions
- FIFA
Locations
- United States