14,000 fans sue FIFA over access rights for World Cup opener

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, a dispute over 14,000 disputed seats at Azteca Stadium continues. The opening match on June 11 features Mexico against South Africa, with over 80,000 fans expected. Ticket holders, guaranteed access until 2065, are challenging FIFA's plan to include these seats in ticket sales. They have already won a court ruling granting them entry rights, but tensions remain high as many are still awaiting digital tickets. The situation has escalated with threats of court action if entry is denied on match day.

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