Aston Villa fan takes action against 'out of touch' prices for 150th anniversary season tickets

A devoted Aston Villa fan has launched a new petition on Change.org, calling for the football club to make its historic 150th anniversary season affordable for all fans.

The petition, started by Lincoln Clarke, has gained support from fellow fans, with over 150 adding their signatures so far in just 24 hours.

Lincoln writes: “The thrill of attending matches, the community of fellow supporters, the heart-stopping moments we’ve shared - these are some of the pillars of many of our lives.

“But now, with my two sons aged 7 and 11 eagerly following in my footsteps, things have changed.

“The costs to see our beloved team play have escalated drastically over the years. At a time when things are going so well on the pitch - In Unai We Trust - the match-day experience off the pitch has deteriorated, adding insult to bruising financial injury.

“This historic 150th Anniversary season - a potentially once-in-a-lifetime experience - looks set to be an opportunity missed for many. The recently published ticket prices for home matches in the Champions League are so exorbitant that they will almost certainly push some supporters into debt and will exclude many more.

“We ask billionaire owners Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens to act swiftly and thoughtfully to address this issue. We call for equity, inclusivity, and respect for the hardworking supporters. We urge the club’s management to re-align these home ticket prices to UEFA’s away ticket policy, (which caps costs at €60), and in doing so, preserve the bond of trust and loyalty between Aston Villa FC and its devoted fan base.”

Aston Villa urged to think again on prices

Other supporters have slammed the club for being “opportunistic” and “out of touch” with fans.

One commenter, Andrew South, writes: “I’m a Villa fan. I went regularly in the 90s but can’t afford it nowadays, and the latest price hikes for the Champions League games just prove fans don’t matter anymore.”

Furious response to Champions League ticket prices

The response to the Champions League ticket prices has been nothing short of furious.

Fans have taken to social media and forums to express their outrage, with many calling the prices “ridiculous” and “unfair.” The club’s decision to set such high prices has left many feeling alienated and disappointed, especially during such a momentous season.

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