"Wheelchair users who have secured a match ticket are unable to buy an accompanying ticket for a caregiver, leading to significant frustration among fans."
"FIFA's accessible ticketing policy has been widely criticized since tickets first went on sale last year, with the world governing body charging for companion seats for the first time."
"Fans with disabilities are reportedly paying 38 times more for tickets than they did four years ago, highlighting the drastic increase in costs."
"Securing companion tickets has been a significant issue, with many fans spending months attempting to obtain them even after successfully acquiring a wheelchair seat."
Fans with disabilities are encountering major obstacles in acquiring companion tickets for World Cup matches. Issues include wheelchair users unable to secure caregiver tickets, companion seats sold without proof of prior purchases, and higher prices for accessible seating compared to general admission. FIFA's ticketing policy has faced criticism for charging for companion seats and the inability to guarantee seating next to wheelchair users. The cost of accessible parking has also increased significantly, leading to fans paying much more than in previous tournaments.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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