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Scotlands First Minister, John Swinney, has written a scathing letter to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, criticizing the organizations dynamic pricing for World Cup tickets. Swinney argues that this model is unfair, particularly for the Tartan Army fans who are being priced out of attending Scotlands first mens tournament in nearly three decades. The games are set to take place in the US next summer, with Scotland facing Haiti in Boston on June 13, 2026. The dynamic pricing model, which increases costs based on demand, is making it too expensive for everyday supporters during a time of high living costs. Swinney is calling for FIFA to switch to fair, affordable tickets immediately. Fans are expressing their frustration online and in person, with long-time supporters feeling shut out and resale sites charging exorbitant prices for tickets. Ticket sales through FIFAs site have been chaotic, with long virtual queues and limited allocations from the Scottish FA leaving many fans empty-handed. Despite the ticket drama, the Tartan spirit remains unbroken as the kickoff approaches.

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