# FIFA Defends Sky-High World Cup Prices

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Podcast: [US News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/us-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7023297)
Published: 2026-06-10T06:06:04+00:00
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FIFA president Gianni Infantino is standing firm on steep 2026 World Cup ticket prices, arguing they’re competitive with other U.S. mega-events and will double FIFA’s revenue—funds earmarked for global soccer development. Amid backlash from consumer watchdogs investigating pricing, Infantino cites over half a billion ticket requests and insists fan demand proves the value. He dismisses early hotel booking concerns as misleading, touting North America’s historic opportunity to grow the game—with $30 billion in U.S. economic impact and thousands of jobs expected. Meanwhile, Budweiser’s CEO confirms pricing won’t change, prioritizing long-term brand strength over short-term swings. Infantino calls this tournament a “once-in-a-lifetime” moment for soccer’s global expansion. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cb36ce8b20900979

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