World Cup ticket frenzy unfolds amid global unrest - Reuters
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"The demand is there. Every match is sold out."
— Gianni Infantino , Executive
"Very reassured, everything’s good."
— Gianni Infantino , Executive
"the overwhelming demand forced allocation through a lottery system and reflects normal market dynamics for major events"
— Gianni Infantino , Executive
"This overwhelming response from passionate fans is a true representation of how our game is loved globally -- we are going to make history in North America when we bring the world together like never before in a celebration of unity and the best of football."
— Gianni Infantino , Executive
"The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the greatest and most inclusive show on the planet, with more than 150 million tickets already requested in only the first 15 days, making this edition 30 times oversubscribed - a true showcase of incredible demand from fans from over 200 countries."
— Gianni Infantino , Executive
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The 100-day countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins amid global unrest, including US-Israeli strikes on Iran and violence in Mexico.
The lead-up to the 2026 World Cup is overshadowed by geopolitical tensions, including US-Israeli strikes on Iran and visa restrictions affecting fans.
Record-breaking demand for 2026 World Cup tickets has led to soaring prices, with resale values reaching unprecedented heights.
Over 150 million ticket requests have been submitted for the 2026 World Cup, setting a new record for FIFA.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has received over 150 million ticket requests, breaking all previous records.
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