00:01One month before the beginning of the much anticipated FIFA World Cup in the USA, Mexico and Canada,
00:07several teams are now preparing for the tournament, with 48 teams set to descend in various cities and countries
00:14for the first ever World Cup hosted by three countries.
00:17This year's competition is nevertheless surrounded by controversy ranging from ticket prices, accommodation, politics and the war in Iran.
00:25High ticket prices have led to protests from many football federations, with FIFA boss Gianni Infantino scrambling to amend the
00:33public relations of the organization.
00:36The most expensive ticket for the 2026 tournament cost over $32,970 compared to $1,600 in 2022.
00:45Some have termed this as extortionate.
00:47FIFA has reported more than 500 million ticket requests, compared to 50 million combined for the 2018 and 2022 tournaments.
00:57Some have also complained of high accommodation and transport prices and visa restrictions.
01:03Trump's crackdown on immigration demonstrations and press freedom have also raised concerns.
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