Whose World Cup is it?: As visas tighten, prices soar and teams fall away, the ‘global’ game feels increasingly exclusive
Published on: April 4, 2026, 11:29 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
The upcoming FIFA World Cup faces major hurdles. Many popular teams will not participate. Ticket prices have surged dramatically, making attendance unaffordable for many fans. Concerns are also raised about human rights and immigration risks for attendees. Despite these issues, the tournament is expected to generate record-breaking revenues.
