FIFA's take on 2026 World Cup stadium empty seats
The Mexican Ministry of Sports revealed that the crowd attendance at the South Korea vs. Czech Republic match was below expectations, with a total of 44,985 spectators present despite the stadium's capacity being 45,664 seats. The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) attributed the lower turnout to high ticket prices ranging from $400 to $5,000, with wide empty seats visible in footage on the stands. FIFA stated that the figures reflect the number of tickets scanned and viewers inside the stadium, noting that some fans were standing in the corridors instead of sitting. Comments from FIFA President Gianni Infantino had sparked controversy over the accuracy of the numbers and whether high costs were causing decreased crowds at certain matches.
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