Supporter groups file lawsuit against FIFA over World Cup ticket prices

Al Jazeera Economic ImpactNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by By AFPMarch 24, 2026 at 11:31 AM

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Euroconsumers and Football Supporters Europe (FSE) have filed a lawsuit with the European Commission against FIFA, alleging abuse of its monopoly position regarding ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup. The lawsuit claims FIFA is imposing excessive ticket prices and unfair purchasing conditions on European fans. Specifically, the groups highlight the significantly higher prices for the 2026 final compared to the 2022 World Cup final in Qatar, with the cheapest available tickets starting at $4,185. They contrast this with the much lower prices for the UEFA Euro 2024 final. FIFA has made almost seven million tickets available for the tournament, which will be hosted jointly by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

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FIFA’s own bid documents projected an average ticket price of $1,408.

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The cheapest UEFA Euro 2024 final tickets were 95 euros ($100).

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The cheapest openly available final tickets now start at $4,185.

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Euroconsumers and FSE have filed a lawsuit with the European Commission against FIFA over World Cup ticket prices.

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FIFA holds a monopoly over ticket sales for the 2026 World Cup.

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Canada 40% Mexico 40% United States 50% Qatar 60% Euroconsumers 70% Football Supporters Europe ×280% FIFA ×390%

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