The FIFA World Cup, the largest football event in the world, begins on Thursday, June 11. The tournament will span over a month and conclude with the final on July 19 at the stadium in East Rutherford, USA.
This year, 48 teams will participate, setting a new record. A total of 104 matches will be played, also a new high. This expansion aims to increase interest in football in countries that have rarely or never participated in a World Cup.
However, ticket prices have caused a stir, as they have skyrocketed to unreasonable levels. Additionally, there are no usual restrictions on ticket resale in the USA, which benefits speculators.
Source: www.bbc.com
