U.S. lawmakers question 'opaque' WC ticket prices
Key takeaways
- The World Cup final will be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.
- "We are deeply concerned by reports that FIFA is employing opaque pricing, shifting rules, and potentially deceptive practices that are making it difficult for fans to access seats," the letter said.
- Tickets for most games in the 16 North American host cities have soared well into four figures, with individual seats for some key games exceeding $10,000.
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Reps. Nellie Pou and Frank Pallone Jr., both New Jersey Democrats, sent a letter to FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Thursday asking him to explain what they termed FIFA's "opaque" use of dynamic pricing and the fury it has caused. The World Cup final will be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.
"We are deeply concerned by reports that FIFA is employing opaque pricing, shifting rules, and potentially deceptive practices that are making it difficult for fans to access seats," the letter said. "We write seeking more information about these ticketing practices, including how FIFA is ensuring that the World Cup is affordable for all fans and responding to fans who feel misled."
Tickets for most games in the 16 North American host cities have soared well into four figures, with individual seats for some key games exceeding $10,000.