Fan Group Warns FIFA Over World Cup Ticketing, Segregation Concerns

Football Supporters Europe (FSE) has raised concerns over crowd management at the 2026 World Cup, warning that a lack of supporter segregation could pose security risks during the tournament.
FSE executive director Ronan Evain said FIFA appeared to have “lost control” of parts of its ticketing system, increasing the possibility of rival supporters being seated together.
Speaking in Dallas, Evain pointed to the presence of Dutch and Japanese fans sitting in mixed sections during Sunday’s group-stage match.
“The absence of segregation is not normal for a tournament like this,” he said. “The risk of supporters from opposing teams ending up together is stronger than ever.”
Evain argued ...