FIFA cooperating with police over ticket scandal

Reports have emerged in the media about the scam, which allegedly involves the illegal re-sale of tickets for higher than face value.

With probe under way, FIFA's marketing director Thierry Weil - the man responsible for ticketing at the organisation - released a statement confirming the body are working with the relevant authorities to get to the heart of the matter.

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