Source: BroBible
Summary
President Trump expressed surprise at the high ticket prices for the World Cup opener between Team USA and Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in California, with prices starting at $1,000. FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the prices, comparing them to college football ticket prices. However, some resale websites are now offering lower prices due to limited demand.
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The habit of overspending gets a new name.
Ticket prices for major sporting events continue to soar, with the World Cup being no exception. The rich and famous might be able to afford it, but even President Trump thinks it’s too much. The real question is, who’s actually buying these tickets? Meanwhile, resale websites are the new “discount” option. The luxury of watching sports live is now a privilege for the few.
Original observation: The World Cup has become a luxury item, only affordable for those who don’t need to worry about their wallet.
Author: Evan Null
