25.04.2026 18:30
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola also reacted to the ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Spanish football figure criticized the high cost of tickets and travel for fans who will watch the World Cup from the stadiums.
Pep Guardiola, the manager of England's Manchester City team, criticized the high prices of tickets and travel for fans who will watch the 2026 World Cup, to be co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, from the stadiums.
'TOO EXPENSIVE!'
Speaking at a press conference about the high prices of World Cup tickets and travel, the Spanish coach said, "I remember World Cup tournaments years ago. The tournament was like a festival of football back then. For the countries going there, there were fans traveling from all over the world, from other continents, to see their national teams, and it was affordable. Now, modern times, right? Very expensive. I don't know why, I hope they can think about it and find a solution."
'FOOTBALL IS UNTHINKABLE WITHOUT FANS'
Emphasizing the key role of fans for the enjoyment of football, Guardiola warned, "Football is for the fans. Of course, you have to think about sponsors, all those kinds of things, because otherwise it wouldn't be sustainable. Everyone knows that. But the fans are the key point. Football is unthinkable without fans."