FIFA's Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices
FIFA President Gianni Infantino cites unprecedented demand to justify 2026 World Cup ticket pricing. Get the full details on the controversy and the staggering 150 million ticket requests.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino cites unprecedented demand to justify 2026 World Cup ticket pricing. Get the full details on the controversy and the staggering 150 million ticket requests.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino reveals unprecedented demand for the 2026 World Cup, with 150 million ticket requests. The tournament will be hosted across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico.
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BP shocks markets by appointing external CEO Meg O'Neill, marking a strategic pivot back to fossil fuels. Discover her vision for natural gas and the challenges ahead.
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Three Toronto-area men face over 350 criminal charges for a series of 20 commercial break-ins targeting cigarettes and lottery tickets across Eastern Ontario. Learn the details of the police investigation.
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FIFA reduces prices for select 2026 World Cup tickets to US$60 following global fan criticism. The move comes after the initial pricing strategy was deemed too high.