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‘I don’t want to give my money to Fifa’: Toronto turns its back on the World Cup
For football fans in Canada, the initial prospect of the World Cup coming to town was thrilling – but hundreds of tickets remain unsold
TL;DR
- Hundreds of World Cup tickets in Canada remain unsold, contradicting earlier reports of high demand.
- FIFA's new pricing structure is criticized as exorbitant, with the cheapest tickets for Canada's opening game costing over C$1,000.
- Fans express disillusionment with FIFA's pricing strategy, feeling it goes against the accessibility of football.
- Canadian cities face significant financial burdens for hosting, while FIFA profits tax-free.
- Despite ticket issues, some fans anticipate community-focused watch parties and local events.