Premier League clubs urged to freeze ticket prices
Summary
Over 100 fan groups have asked Premier League clubs to stop raising home ticket prices for the coming seasons. They argue that ticket prices are becoming too high for regular fans to afford, especially younger and working-class supporters. The Premier League also announced that the 2026-27 season will start later than usual due to scheduling concerns.Key Facts
- More than 100 fan groups want Premier League clubs to freeze home ticket prices for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons.
- For the 2024-25 season, 19 out of 20 Premier League clubs raised their ticket prices.
- Fan groups are concerned that higher ticket prices make it difficult for regular fans to attend games.
- Supporters are also upset about changing match times, which make planning harder.
- There is an existing £30 cap on away match tickets that is considered successful.
- The Chelsea Supporters Trust is among the groups insisting on a freeze on further ticket price increases.
- The Premier League 2026-27 season will start on August 22 and finish on May 30, 2027.
- Changes in the soccer calendar were made to account for global scheduling and player welfare.
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