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Texas AG launches investigation into StubHub over apparent FIFA World Cup ticket cancellations
By Spencer Heath at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating StubHub over reports that the ticket resale platform is canceling or failing to deliver FIFA World Cup tickets that fans have already paid for, according to a news release. Since the 2026 FIFA World Cup began, fans across the country — including ...
Key takeaway Since the 2026 FIFA World Cup began, fans across the country — including in Texas host cities Dallas and Houston — have reported that StubHub canceled their tickets days, or even hours, before kickoff, the release said.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The investigation into StubHub's handling of FIFA World Cup tickets has significant implications for San Antonio area residents who may have fallen victim to the company's alleged "ghost ticketing" practices. As a major city in Texas, San Antonio has a large and diverse population of sports fans who may have been affected by StubHub's actions. The fact that Texas host cities Dallas and Houston have already seen reports of canceled tickets suggests that the problem may be widespread across the state. Local residents who have purchased World Cup tickets through StubHub should be aware of the investigation and take steps to file a complaint with the Office of the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division if they have not received their tickets or received inferior ones. This case also highlights the need for greater oversight and regulation of ticket resale platforms to protect consumers from deceptive practices.
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Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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What is this story about? Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is investigating StubHub over reports that the ticket resale platform is canceling or failing to deliver FIFA World Cup tickets that fans have already paid for, according to a news release. Since the 2026 FIFA World Cup began, fans across the country — including ...
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