Manchester City Fans Plan Protests
In recent weeks, Manchester City fans organized protests regarding high ticket prices at Etihad Stadium. In a show of solidarity, thousands of supporters opted to delay their entry by nine minutes during a match, resulting in missing an early goal.
Upcoming Protests Against Aston Villa and Wolves
Supporter groups have announced plans for additional protests during home games against Aston Villa and Wolverhampton Wanderers. Their collective statement emphasized that a reduction in ticket prices has not been addressed despite the club’s decision to freeze them for the next season.
Fan Sentiment on Ticket Pricing
Several supporter organizations, including The 1894 Group and MCFC Fans Foodbank Support, expressed dissatisfaction, stating that the club should have communicated updates about ticket prices alongside the freeze announcement. They aim to amplify their message through continued protests. They urged fans who remain in their seats to refrain from cheering for the first six minutes of the match against Aston Villa to signify that “football without fans is nothing.”
Support from Team Management
Manager Pep Guardiola has publicly shown empathy for the fan protests, stating that football clubs belong to the people. He acknowledged that supporters have a right to voice their concerns and expressed hope for a constructive dialogue between the club and its fanbase.
Ticket Pricing for Upcoming Matches
The ticket price for the upcoming Aston Villa match starts at approximately $85, sparking further debates among fans about affordability.
