Supporter groups file lawsuit against FIFA over World Cup ticket prices

Euroconsumers and FSE have filed a lawsuit with the European Commission challenging FIFA's World Cup ticket pricing practices. The complaint suggests the sport's governing body may be engaging in unfair pricing or anti-competitive practices that harm European consumers. This legal action reflects growing criticism of FIFA's ticket allocation and pricing models, which fan groups have long argued favor wealthy buyers and corporate interests over ordinary supporters. The European Commission will now investigate whether FIFA's practices violate EU competition law. The case could set a precedent for how international sporting bodies price access to major tournaments.