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Ticket rises and more TV packages - why is price of sport increasing?

The price of sports tickets and TV subscriptions are on the rise - so what is behind the increases and how are they justified?

October 8, 2026

'Money-grab' or celebration? NFL kicks off London series

The NFL kicked off this season's series of London games on Sunday but the build-up was overshadowed by anger from long-term fans over ticket prices.

October 4, 2026

British Museum bans visitors from photographing Bayeux Tapestry

Visitors stopping to take pictures of the 68m medieval embroidery were holding up others, prompting the rule change.

September 21, 2026

US fans with Ed Sheeran tickets are left 'torn' by Macklemore controversy

With Sheeran's next gig due this weekend, some fans said they were in two minds about the show.

September 18, 2026

Ashes ticket price increase 'really poor' - Vaughan

Former England captain Michael Vaughan is critical of a 43% ticket price increase for next year's men's Ashes Test at Edgbaston.

September 3, 2026

Criticism of empty seats and ticket prices at Europeans

Nearly 10,000 seats were empty at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium on Monday.

August 11, 2026

Are ticket prices to blame for 'disappointing' European Championship attendance?

BBC Sport pundits Greg Rutherford and Jessica Ennis-Hill believe that while concerns around ticket prices are understandable, being able to experience the European Athletics Championships live will create "core memories" for spectators which make the cost of tickets value for money.

August 11, 2026

Ticket prices set to rise as Heathrow able to recover runway project money

UK airport gets green light to charge airlines more to use the hub, which is expected to mean higher fares for flyers.

July 29, 2026

The financial winners and losers from the World Cup

Big bucks are being made from the 2026 tournament off the field, but who is raking in the most?

July 16, 2026

Ticket prices continue to fall for U.S.-Belgium knockout match - Reuters

Ticket prices continue to fall for U.S.-Belgium knockout match Reuters

July 6, 2026

Ticket prices skyrocket for Portugal game against Croatia in Toronto - Reuters

Ticket prices skyrocket for Portugal game against Croatia in Toronto Reuters

June 28, 2026

At the most expensive World Cup, wealthier fans find ways to pay - Reuters

At the most expensive World Cup, wealthier fans find ways to pay Reuters

June 27, 2026

'Daylight robbery but worth it' - what fans are spending on World Cup

Fans in the US, Canada and Mexico are spending big on tickets, transport and accommodation - is it worth it?

June 16, 2026

Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa

Fifa says numerous empty seats were visible in the near-sell-out Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic because of fans remaining on concourses.

June 12, 2026

Empty seats at World Cup match renews concerns over ticket prices - Reuters

Empty seats at World Cup match renews concerns over ticket prices Reuters

June 12, 2026

Why the economics makes this the craziest world cup ever

From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.

June 11, 2026

FIFA chief Infantino defends visa handling, ticket prices on eve of World Cup - Reuters

FIFA chief Infantino defends visa handling, ticket prices on eve of World Cup Reuters

June 10, 2026

Infantino could have stood up for the World Cup - but he said 'chill, relax'

Gianni Infantino faced the media for the first time in three years, but he did little to convince that Fifa has lost its grip on the organisation of the 2026 World Cup.

June 10, 2026

'A World Cup for them not us': Fans' anger at US travel bans and visa restrictions

Fans across the world say US travel bans and visa regulations make them feel excluded from the World Cup.

June 7, 2026

Hotel owners expected a World Cup boom - so far it hasn't happened

An industry body survey found hotels in World Cup host cities see the tournament as a "non-event".

May 15, 2026

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Ticket rises and more TV packages - why is price of sport increasing?

The price of attending and watching sport in the UK is coming under significant scrutiny At least £115 to watch a day of the Ashes in Birmingham - unless you are an Edgbaston member. A minimum of £2

bbc.co.uk•October 8, 2026

'Money-grab' or celebration? NFL kicks off London series

Neither the Washington Commanders nor Indianapolis Colts qualified for last season's play-offs Once upon a time, tickets for NFL games in London were like gold dust. All 43 games have been near capa

bbc.co.uk•October 5, 2026

British Museum bans visitors from photographing Bayeux Tapestry

The British Museum has banned visitors from taking photographs of the Bayeux Tapestry over concerns that they were taking too long to view the historic work. Curators had initially allowed photos to

bbc.co.uk•September 21, 2026

US fans with Ed Sheeran tickets are left 'torn' by Macklemore controversy

Ed Sheeran's tour in 'damage control mode' after Macklemore backlash The snowballing controversy over pro-Palestinian rapper Macklemore being dropped as a support act for Ed Sheeran has plunged the t

bbc.co.uk•September 18, 2026

Ashes ticket price increase 'really poor' - Vaughan

Edgbaston Cricket Ground has a capacity of 25,000 Former England captain Michael Vaughan has called a 43% ticket price increase for next year's men's Ashes Test at Edgbaston "really poor". The Birmi

bbc.co.uk•September 3, 2026

Are ticket prices to blame for 'disappointing' European Championship attendance?

There was an error BBC Sport's Greg Rutherford and Jessica Ennis-Hill discuss the number of empty seats at the Alexander Stadium in Birmingham for the European Athletics Championships. READ MORE: Cr

bbc.co.uk•August 11, 2026

Criticism of empty seats and ticket prices at Europeans

Amy Hunt won the women's 100m final on Monday evening but the stadium was nowhere near full Nearly 10,000 seats were empty at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium for the European Athletics Championships o

bbc.co.uk•August 11, 2026

Ticket prices set to rise by 15p as Heathrow able to recover runway project money

Heathrow Airport will be allowed to charge airlines more for its services to recover money spent on the early stages of its third runway project. The aviation regulator is permitting the airport to c

bbc.co.uk•July 29, 2026

The financial winners and losers from the World Cup

This World Cup has been bigger than any tournament before it. More countries taking part and more matches means more eyeballs on the action - as well as more opportunities to make money. As the plan

bbc.co.uk•July 17, 2026

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news.google.com•July 7, 2026

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news.google.com•June 28, 2026

The Unpopular Truth About World Cup Ticket Prices

When seats cost too little, ticket speculators reap the benefits. Even before the first ball of the World Cup was kicked in Mexico City on Thursday, there was one team that everyone was already rooti

theatlantic.com•June 20, 2026

'Daylight robbery but worth it' - what fans are spending on World Cup

For many fans, going to the World Cup is a priceless, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. But if you look into the costs, there are eye-watering sums of cash being spent. From match tickets to flights a

bbc.com•June 20, 2026

Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa

Fifa says numerous empty seats were visible in the near-sell-out Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic because of fans remaining on concourses. Football's world governing body anno

sports.yahoo.com•June 16, 2026

Fans blame ticket price hike for empty seats at S Korea-Czechia match

FIFA reported an attendance of 44,985 for Thursday's World Cup match between South Korea and the Czech Republic in Guadalajara, but swathes of empty seats around the stadium renewed concerns over tick

thedailystar.net•June 15, 2026

Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa

South Korea came from behind to beat Czech Republic 2-1 Fifa says numerous empty seats were visible in the near-sell-out Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic because of fans remai

bbc.com•June 15, 2026

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news.google.com•June 15, 2026

VIDEO: The $12 Billion World Cup: Inside FIFA’s Biggest Gamble

Sport Thu 11 Jun 2026 at 9:55am The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the biggest ever staged — but it’s also one of the most controversial. With 48 teams across the USA, Canada and Mexico, the tournamen

abc.net.au•June 14, 2026

FIFA chief Infantino defends visa handling, ticket prices on eve of World Cup

World FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks during a news conference at the stadium in Mexico City on Jun 10, 2026, a day before the opening FIFA World Cup match between Mexico and South Africa. (Ph

channelnewsasia.com•June 13, 2026

Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry

FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices on Wednesday, saying “if we are doing something wrong, everyone in North America is doing something wrong.” FIFA priced tickets starti

euronews.com•June 13, 2026