The Football Supporters' Association (FSA), in collaboration with the Football Supporters Europe (FSE), has called for a temporary halt to the sale of tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They aim to engage in open and fair discussions with FIFA regarding ticket pricing policies.
In its statement, the FSA fully supported the FSE's initiative and urged the English Football Association and other national federations to take an active stance on this matter. According to the organization, every national football federation must prioritize the interests of its fans, as football exists precisely because of its supporters.
Disputes surrounding the so-called "affordable" tickets, which were marked as beneficial for fans, have intensified. The FSA described this designation as openly insulting to average-income fans. Many supporters expressed feelings of being deceived and fear being deprived of the opportunity to attend the World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Fans argue that the World Cup is supposed to unite football enthusiasts from all over the world, but under the current circumstances, it is becoming an event primarily designed for the wealthy and elite classes. The FSA highlighted that football is increasingly becoming inaccessible to the average fan.
For reference, it has been announced that the lowest category ticket price for the World Cup 2026 final match starts at $4,185. This has rendered the dream of watching the tournament live virtually unattainable for millions of football fans.
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