FIFA Faces Allegations of Cover-Up
During the South Korea vs. Czechia match at the 2026 World Cup in Mexico, broad sections of empty seats were visible at the Azteca Stadium, despite FIFA announcing that the official attendance reached approximately 44,985 fans, accounting for about 98.5% of the stadium’s capacity. Photos showed many seats near the field and hospitality sections remaining vacant, sparking controversy over the high ticket prices, which ranged from $400 to $500 for regular seats and exceeded $5,000 for VIP packages. This made attending matches seem like a luxury that many could hardly afford. These developments come amid previous statements by Infantino emphasizing that ticket demand had surpassed expectations, even though actual attendance figures do not align with the officially announced numbers.
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