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Saudi Arabia offers free World Cup tickets to supporters amid price concerns

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 4:21 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Saudi Arabia offers free World Cup tickets to supporters amid price concerns
Summary

Saudi Arabia's football association announces it will distribute free tickets to fans during the FIFA World Cup 2026. This initiative comes as FIFA faces scrutiny over high ticket prices, which some believe may result in low attendance at matches. Ticket prices for England's opening game reach $898, while resale prices soared to $2 million. FIFA's president, Gianni Infantino, has defended these prices, prompting criticism from officials and fans alike. Complaints have been filed against FIFA regarding ticketing practices in New York and New Jersey.

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By the Numbers
  • •Saudi Arabia offers complimentary tickets for fans during the tournament.
  • •FIFA is under fire for escalating ticket prices and attendance concerns.
  • •Tickets for some matches are priced as high as $3,000 with many seats still unsold.
  • •FIFA faces legal action regarding misleading ticket sales practices.
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  • 4:21 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup participants offering free tickets as high prices continue to drive fans away
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Saudi Arabia is set to hand out free World Cup 2026 tickets to its supporters as FIFA faces concerns over attendance, with sky-high ticket prices keeping fans away from matches

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