FIFA President Gianni Infantino had previously defended the prices, emphasising that they reflected the North American market. The Swiss official also pointed out that a quarter of the tickets for the group stage are available for less than $300.
Trump hinted that the US government might examine the pricing structure. "I haven't seen that, but I would have to look into it," he said, stressing that he wanted his supporters to attend the matches. He also acknowledged that the tournament was a massive economic success and was breaking all previous records.
The 2026 World Cup is scheduled for 11 June to 19 July across the United States, Mexico and Canada. The tournament will feature 48 teams and 104 matches, making it the largest final competition to date. FIFA reports that around five million of the seven million tickets have already been sold, with a new sales phase underway since Thursday.
