Infantino faces Congress over FIFA's World Cup ticketing practices

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is scheduled to testify before the U.S. Congress regarding controversial ticketing strategies for the 2026 World Cup. California Democrat Sydney Kamlager-Dove, who leads the call for accountability, criticized FIFA's methods as a "total shakedown". The controversy escalated as officials investigate the pricing practices that have resulted in exorbitant ticket costs, with some listed at nearly $33,000. Kamlager-Dove and other officials have demanded more transparency from FIFA, which has been accused of engaging in artificial scarcity and price manipulation. The investigation will seek to address these issues as the tournament approaches, starting June 12.

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