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The FA’s move to show it’s not spineless in World Cup ticket crisis
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<p>Fans will have to pay more than £5,000 even for the cheapest tickets if they want to watch every England game at next summer’s World Cup (Bradley Collyer/PA)</p>

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The FA’s move to show it’s not spineless in World Cup ticket crisis

<p>Mikel Arteta reacts during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Emirates Stadium on December 13, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)</p>

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<p>Slot says sporting director Hughes is working hard on deals (Peter Byrne/PA)</p>

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<p>Eben Etzebeth has apologised for his eye gouge</p>

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US Sport

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