WASHINGTON - Attorney General Ken Paxton said Tuesday his office will investigate FIFA over allegations the international soccer governing body pulled a bait-and-switch scheme with World Cup fans, delivering tickets with worse views than originally advertised.

 I will work to ensure that FIFA is engaging in ethical and honest business practices so that Texas fans are treated fairly,  Paxton said in a news release.

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The announcement comes as Arlington and Houston are set to host World Cup matches in the coming weeks. FIFA did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Paxton's investigation.

The global soccer giant previously said early color-coded stadium seating maps were intended to be  guidelines  for fans rather than a precise layout of seats in each price category.


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Officials are investigating whether FIFA misled fans about ticket prices and seat locations.

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