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Fifa president jokes about $2m World Cup tickets

Published Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Updated May 11

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Fifa president Gianni Infantino made a joke about personally delivering concessions to those who purchase $2 million World Cup final tickets. This comment came as he defended the high ticket prices for the upcoming tournament, noting that a quarter of group stage tickets are priced under $300.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Four tickets for the World Cup final in New Jersey were listed for just under $2.3 million apiece last month.
  • Fifa president Gianni Infantino joked he would personally deliver a hot dog and Coke to anyone buying a $2 million World Cup final ticket.
  • Gianni Infantino stated that 25% of World Cup group stage tickets are priced under $300.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

  • BBC NewsCenter

    Fifa president Gianni Infantino joked he would personally deliver a hot dog and Coke to anyone buying a $2m World Cup final ticket, while defending the high prices for the upcoming tournament. He stated that even with high official prices, tickets are resold for even more, and 25% of group stage tickets are under $300.

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