Manchester City has frozen ticket prices for the 2025/26 season, responding to protests over rising costs and lack of engagement. The freeze includes general admission season tickets and Premier League match tickets, initiated after consultations with the fan body, City Matters. Source: BusinessDay.
Protests from fan groups like MCFC Fans Foodbank have been pivotal in this decision, seen as a victory for grassroots activism. Concerns over commercialisation and accessibility issues persist, with dissatisfaction over partnerships with platforms like Viagogo and new parking charges for disabled fans.
Key Takeaways:
- The decision is influenced by fan activism and protests.
- Concerns about ticket resale platforms and access inequality remain.
- Guardiola acknowledges the importance of fans to clubs.
With clubs focusing on their fan base’s concerns, should more football clubs emulate this approach to fan engagement? Share your thoughts below!
