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World Cup scams surge with fake FIFA sites tricking fans; Meta fights fake ads on Facebook and Instagram.

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05 Jun 2026
Forbes
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Scammers have created thousands of fake FIFA websites to trick fans into buying fake tickets, merchandise, or giving personal data, risking identity theft. The FBI warns about sites with URLs mimicking the official FIFA site and fake lotteries demanding fees or personal info. Meta is combating these scams on Facebook and Instagram using AI and partnerships with Visa and fraud intelligence groups to remove fake ads and warn users. Fans are advised to only use the official FIFA website and trusted sources for tickets and merchandise, avoid links in unsolicited messages, and use credit cards for safer payments.

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