Empty seats at USA’s opening World Cup match after ticket price controversy (opens original article in a new tab)

The USA's opening World Cup 2026 match had many empty seats amid controversy over high ticket prices, with FIFA facing investigation over pricing practices.

• USA's World Cup 2026 opening match had empty seats despite high ticket prices
• FIFA faces investigation over alleged ticket pricing practices
• Ticket prices for 2026 World Cup are significantly higher than previous tournaments
• FIFA president defended ticket prices by comparing to other US sports events