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Bayern Munich Ticket Price Controversy
Bayern Munich fans protested high ticket prices for the Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk, leading to price reductions.
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- How did Shakhtar Donetsk respond to the fan backlash?
- Shakhtar Donetsk, playing in Gelsenkirchen due to the war in Ukraine, adjusted the ticket prices to meet UEFA regulations. This price adjustment, in response to the fan criticism and significant ticket cancellations, made the match more accessible to supporters.
- Why did Bayern Munich fans protest the initial ticket prices?
- The price reduction came after significant backlash from Bayern Munich fans, who felt the original prices were excessive and unfair. Many cancelled their tickets, and the active fan scene even called for a boycott of the game.
- What did Südkurve München call for regarding future ticket pricing?
- The Südkurve München also called for more socially acceptable ticket pricing across the board. They criticized current pricing practices and called for a more affordable approach that allows all fans access to matches, instead of pricing out ordinary fans.
- What were the original ticket prices for the Bayern Munich vs. Shakhtar Donetsk Champions League match?
- Bayern Munich fans initially faced high ticket prices for their Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk, with seats costing 105 euros and standing tickets at 52 euros. However, after a wave of cancellations and fan protests, Shakhtar lowered the prices to 45 euros for seats and 26 euros for standing tickets.
- How did the prices charged to fans of other teams compare to the original prices offered to Bayern Munich fans?
- The active fan group, Südkurve München, compared the prices to those offered to fans of other teams playing Shakhtar Donetsk. They highlighted that supporters of teams like Atalanta Bergamo and Young Boys paid significantly less for tickets to similar games.