New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA's ticket practices as World Cup prices soar
New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA's ticketing practices amid rising World Cup ticket prices. The attorneys general are examining whether these practices violate consumer protection laws, particularly concerning variable pricing and seat relocations. FIFA has not commented on the investigation, which aims to ensure fair access to tickets for fans.
- ▪FIFA is facing scrutiny for high ticket prices and sales tactics for the World Cup.
- ▪New York and New Jersey's attorneys general are investigating potential violations of consumer protection laws.
- ▪They have issued subpoenas to FIFA regarding ticket pricing and seating issues.
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- ▪ New York and New Jersey subpoena FIFA on World Cup ticket pricing — Washington Examiner
- ▪ New York state, New Jersey probing FIFA World Cup ticketing practices — Investing.com — News
- ▪ FIFA subpoenaed by New York, New Jersey in World Cup ticket investigation — Al Jazeera English
- ▪ World Cup 2026: FIFA subpoenaed by New York, New Jersey Attorneys General over 'sky-high prices' — Yahoo Sports
- ▪ New York and New Jersey subpoena FIFA in World Cup ticket sales investigation — France 24 (EN)
- ▪ New York And New Jersey Announce FIFA Ticket Pricing Scheme Probe — Forbes — Business
- ▪ FIFA subpoenaed over World Cup ticket practices — ESPN — Top
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onNew York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA's ticket practices as World Cup prices soarFIFA is under fresh scrutiny for sky-high World Cup ticket prices and sales tactics that fans say left them with worse deals than they wantedByThe Associated PressMay 27, 2026, 5:17 PM1:14Fans celebrate during the announcement of the United States men's national soccer team roster, Tuesday, May 26, 2026, in New York, ahead of the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament.
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