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Lawmakers Urge FIFA to Cut 2026 World Cup Ticket Prices

3/12/2026

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Dozens of U.S. lawmakers led by Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-Calif.) urged FIFA to lower ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup.
They cited concerns that dynamic pricing excludes fans and shifts from accessibility to profit.
In a letter to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, they criticized the shift from static to dynamic pricing.
They highlighted the financial strain on host cities from security and fan-event costs and called for corrective action.

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Dozens of U.S. lawmakers led by Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-Calif.) urged FIFA to lower ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup.
They cited concerns that dynamic pricing excludes fans and shifts from accessibility to profit.
In a letter to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, they criticized the shift from static to dynamic pricing.
They highlighted the financial strain on host cities from security and fan-event costs and called for corrective action.