Fifa explains empty seats at South Korea-Czech Republic match
FIFA has responded to claims of numerous empty seats during the South Korea-Czech Republic Group A match in Guadalajara, stating fans were on concourses. The reported attendance of 44,985 in the 46,000-seat stadium led to questions.
FIFA has addressed reports of visible empty seats during the Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara. Despite a reported attendance of 44,985 in the 46,000-seat stadium, many seats appeared vacant. Football's world governing body attributed the discrepancy to fans choosing to remain on concourses rather than in their assigned seats. This explanation follows earlier criticism regarding ticket pricing ahead of the tournament. The incident has led to accusations that FIFA may have exaggerated the actual number of spectators inside the venue.
Sources: BBC News — World