Fifa's failure to provide affordable ticket options for disabled fans attending the 2026 World Cup is "unacceptable", according to a charity. Disabled supporters are facing significant costs, with personal assistants charged at full price and limited access to the lowest-priced tier of tickets.
The charity, Level Playing Field, claims it has raised concerns about accessible ticketing over three weeks ago but has not received a response from Fifa. The organization is urging national governing bodies and government officials to intervene, stating that the current situation "expects disabled fans to gamble on cost and access".
Ticket prices for the World Cup have been criticized for being high, with the general allocation of £3,094 per ticket. In contrast, Fifa has released more affordable tickets at £45 for some matches.
Level Playing Field's chair, Tony Taylor, is warning that the lack of clear guidance from Fifa could lead to disabled fans facing significant financial burdens when trying to access World Cup events.
The charity, Level Playing Field, claims it has raised concerns about accessible ticketing over three weeks ago but has not received a response from Fifa. The organization is urging national governing bodies and government officials to intervene, stating that the current situation "expects disabled fans to gamble on cost and access".
Ticket prices for the World Cup have been criticized for being high, with the general allocation of £3,094 per ticket. In contrast, Fifa has released more affordable tickets at £45 for some matches.
Level Playing Field's chair, Tony Taylor, is warning that the lack of clear guidance from Fifa could lead to disabled fans facing significant financial burdens when trying to access World Cup events.
, £3,094 is crazy expensive! I mean, what's wrong with FIFA and their ticket prices? They should really do something about this so disabled fans can attend without breaking the bank 
. It's not like they're asking for a luxury experience, just equal access to events. Interesting 
how charities like Level Playing Field are stepping up to raise awareness on this issue...
... can't they see how unfair this is? like, a £3k ticket price is not exactly cheap for most people and it's even worse for those who need help with accessibility, gotta pay full price plus personal assistants? 
i'm all for making some profit but not at the expense of vulnerable fans. i hope level playing field gets some help from the right ppl, we can't keep relying on charity to fight for these issues 
. It's just basic accessibility, folks! You'd think after all the fuss about inclusivity and whatnot, they'd get their act together. I mean, who needs personal assistants to accompany you to a football match anyway? 
Just saying.
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, you know? These folks who are struggling with disability deserve a break, not be forced to shell out a small fortune for tickets. I mean, £3,094 is steep even for a huge event like the World Cup! And then they're expected to pay more because their assistant needs to come with them? It's just not fair 
. I hope national governing bodies and government officials step in to make some changes before the 2026 World Cup. We can do better than that 
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And what's even more galling is that they've got some affordable options, but it's not enough to cover the costs for everyone. 
