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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
George Thompson

Starmer slams Fifa over ‘unacceptable’ World Cup ticket prices as he urges action to stop fans being ‘ripped off’

Sir Keir Starmer has condemned Fifa over World Cup ticket prices, branding the situation "unacceptable" and urging the football governing body to ensure fans are not being "ripped off".

The Prime Minister’s intervention follows widespread complaints from supporters who claim they were misled about seat locations and that Fifa’s public statements and ticket releases have contributed to soaring costs.

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