World Cup Tickets: Too Expensive? FIFA Says Demand Is "Record" High.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino has responded to criticism over high ticket prices for the upcoming World Cup.
He defended the costs by stating that public demand for tickets has hit record levels. He also emphasized that the majority of the revenue from ticket sales will be reinvested into global soccer development.
The statement comes as many fans have expressed frustration with the pricing for the tournament.