State prosecutors in New York and New Jersey announced Wednesday they have launched a formal investigation into FIFA’s ticket distribution methods, following recent media coverage that highlighted concerns about fan seating arrangements.
The attorneys general from both states issued a legal subpoena to the international soccer organization as part of their inquiry into ticketing procedures, according to a joint statement released by the state officials.
The investigation was prompted by recent news reports that raised questions about where fans were being seated at events, the officials explained in their announcement.
