Iran's football federation has accused the United States of revoking all tickets allocated to Iranian fans for World Cup 2026 group-stage matches, just days before the tournament. The move has deepened diplomatic tensions, following earlier visa denials for delegation staff. Iran has also been forced to relocate its training camp from the U.S. to Mexico.

Jun 9, 2026

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World Cup 2026 tickets unsold as sky-high prices anger fans: USA vs Paraguay up to $6,050

With less than 40 days until the 2026 World Cup opener, many group-stage matches still have unsold tickets, including the host USA's opening clash with Paraguay priced from $1,120 to $6,050, sparking fan outrage. Dynamic pricing and greed are blamed for the sluggish sales, as fans complain they have been priced out.

May 3, 2026