Liverpool fan group call for action over ticket price increases as FSG sent stark warning
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Despite the club making several concessions, the decision has been condemned by supporters' group, Spirit of ShanklyLiverpool supporters' group Spirit of Shankly have called for action over the club's decision to raise ticket prices(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool supporters’ group Spirit of Shankly (SoS) has called for fans to take action over the club’s decision to increase ticket costs for the next three years.The Reds confirmed the price hikes two weeks ago, sparking widespread criticism among the fanbase, especially given Liverpool posted record revenue earlier this year.The club plans to increase prices in line with the CPI annual inflation rate, up to a maximum of five percent. That includes adult general admission ticket prices going up between £1.25 and £1.75 ($1.66-2.32) per person, per matchday, in addition to adult season tickets increasing between £21.50 and £27 ($29-$36) next season.READ MORE: French media offers scathing verdict of 'shaken' Liverpool ahead of PSG with two players singled outREAD MORE: Liverpool icon makes clearest case for Xabi Alonso to replace Arne SlotSeveral concessions were made by the club, including the freezing of prices for senior, local, and junior tickets.
“Liverpool FC has chosen to ignore clear, overwhelming opposition from its own supporters and push ahead with plans to increase ticket prices for the next three seasons.“The open meeting online, the survey, and countless conversations all point to the same thing: fans do not accept this decision. This is about action.”Supporters have called for a ban on ticket price increaseSoS confirmed that the club has been informed that protests will take place.
“This is a small act, but if enough people do it, it sends a clear message.“Supporters have also suggested delaying season ticket renewals until close to the deadline. We support that.”There has been frustration levelled at the decision-making from Boston(Image: Photo by James Baylis - AMA/Getty Images)The club justified its increases by citing its long-standing commitment to freezing ticket prices under FSG’s stewardship, while referencing the rise in matchday operating and utility costs, as well as business rates.But SoS responded in its statement, reiterating its view that those decisions rest squarely with the ownership, while stating the protests are not just for the benefit of Liverpool fans but are pertinent to all other Premier League clubs.“At the end of these three years, it would be a fifth increase in six seasons.