FIFA cites market prices for World Cup costs economists say market is manipulated
FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the rising ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup, attributing it to "free market prices" in the United States. However, economists argue that the market is being monopolistically directed to maximize revenue. This historic surge in ticket prices, which in some cases exceed $33,000, prompted the New York government to step in and organize a free event to help low-income residents watch the final match. Additionally, the current tournament has seen inflated resale prices and manipulation of supply, with suspicions of ticket smuggling, amid criticism of FIFA's control over the ticket market and its disregard for consumer protection laws.
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