FIFA is under investigation by the attorneys general of New York and New Jersey over its ticketing practices for eight World Cup matches scheduled in the United States. The probe, announced in early June, focuses on alleged price inflation, confusing seat allocaitons and a secondary market that may have driven costs sky‑high.

Eight New Jersey Matches Targeted by AGs

New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and New York Attorney General Letitia James have specifically requested details on tickets for eight games, including the Brazil‑Morocco Group C clash in New Jersey, England’s group match against Panama on June 27, and the July 19 final. According to the source, the request covers everything from initial sales to the secondary market operated on FIFA’s own website.

Alleged 34% Average Price Hike Across 90 of 104 Fixtures

The investigation cites a claim that variable pricing across multiple sales phases lifted ticket costs for roughly 90 of the 104 World Cup fixtures by an average of 34 percent . Fans say they were misled about seat locations, with more expensive front‑category tickets released after the first wave of sales, a practice described by Davenport as “fake scarcity.”

£44,000 Secondary‑Market Demand for Brazil‑Morocco Game

FIFA’s own secondary market reportedly demanded £44,000 for a single Brazil‑Morocco match in Miami on June 24, according to the report. This figure underscores concerns that the organization is profiting from a resale platform that may bypass consumer protections.

Gianni Infantino Defends Pricing Amid Fan Outcry

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has argued that ticket prices reflect “the public’s absolutely crazy appetite for the summer tournament.” The statement , cited in the source, does little to calm angry supporters, especially the Scottish Tartan Army, who are already facing high travel, hotel and transport costs.

What Remains Unclear About the Investigation?

The probe has yet to confirm whether FIFA’s pricing algorithm intentionally manipulated demand, or if the secondary market was officially sanctioned . Additionally, the source does not reveal how many tickets were actually misrepresented in terms of seat location, leaving fans and regulators to await concrete findings.