Manchester United’s ticket pricing has been a major source of frustration for fans this season, with significant hikes sparking widespread backlash.
Earlier in the campaign, supporters were outraged when the club raised membership ticket prices to a minimum of £66 while scrapping concessions for children and senior citizens.
The move was met with fierce opposition, particularly as the team’s performances declined under Ruben Amorim.
Season ticket prices for the upcoming campaign have also increased, adding to the frustration.
To make matters worse, long-time season-ticket holders were removed from their preferred seats on the halfway line so the club could prioritize higher-paying hospitality customers.
United have now taken drastic action after struggling to sell tickets for their upcoming derby clash against Manchester City at Old Trafford.
The club has slashed prices, allowing members to purchase seats for £40, with a reduced rate of £25 for concessions.
The decision has led to a late surge in ticket sales, and the game is now expected to be a sell-out.
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Despite this adjustment, fan discontent remains high, and protests are being planned in response to the club’s approach to ticketing.
Supporters’ group The 1958 has called for a sit-in protest following the final whistle of the City match, urging fans to remain in their seats to voice their displeasure.
Steve Crompton, a spokesman for the group, emphasized the importance of the demonstration, recalling the impact of a previous sit-in protest at Old Trafford last season.
The frustration over United’s management extends beyond ticket pricing.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s increased control over football operations has not brought the immediate success many hoped for, with the team currently sitting 13th in the Premier League.
Off-field tensions have mirrored on-field struggles, with fans demanding significant change at every level of the club.
United supporters have a long history of standing against ownership decisions, with some breaking away to form FC United of Manchester in 2005 following the Glazers’ takeover.
The club’s ongoing decline has reignited these frustrations, with the 1958 group recently joining FCUM fans at Broadhurst Park in solidarity.
As the City derby approaches, the focus will not only be on the pitch but also in the stands, where the growing discontent among supporters is set to be on full display.
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Source: Centred Devils
