Better Business Bureau warns fans of World Cup ticket scams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 9:35 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Fans looking for World Cup tickets, scheduled for June 13, should exercise caution. Many are turning to social media and third-party sellers for deals, on platforms like Facebook Marketplace. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a scam alert, highlighting the risk of counterfeit tickets. Although some methods provide buyer protections, many transactions, especially those involving local pickup or third-party sites, are not covered. The BBB advises checking seller profiles and suggests purchasing directly through official ticketing platforms for safety.
- •World Cup match between Qatar and Switzerland is on June 13.
- •BBB warns of fake tickets being sold online and via social media.
- •Buyer protections on platforms like Facebook Marketplace are limited.
- •It's safer to purchase tickets from official sources.
- 9:35 PMYahoo Sports — Fans turning to social media for World Cup ticket deals should be on alert for scams, says BBB
"Some soccer fans are turning to third-party sellers in the hopes of scoring a great deal -- but should be cautious of scam sellers.
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