We asked for your views on supporter group Spion Kop 1906’s decision to not display flags and banners in The Kop at Anfield for the rest of this season in protest against a rise in ticket prices.
Here are some of your thoughts:
Dawn: I don’t agree. It’s pathetic. The rise is small. We need to be realistic. My energy bills have risen by far more than £1, but nobody is protesting about that. The fact is that costs have risen nationwide. In addition, Spirit of Shankly isn’t representative of lots of fans. They are doing this to try to remain relevant. I’m OK with the minimal increase.
Brian: Clubs tend to forget the state of the economy and the amount of money fans can actually afford. Greed is the number-one priority for clubs. They fleece the fans, who are the people that keep the club alive.
Jann: I agree with it. Capitalism is stealing the heart from the stands – the fans who are rooted in the history of clubs and who built clubs.
G: I’m a life-long Red, but beggars belief why these entitled fans think they are exempt from ticket price increases. There was no increase last year and they are still whinging, yet they want more signings and to compete. If you don’t agree, let your ticket go. There’s plenty in the queue.
Richard: It’s totally the wrong decision by the fans. We are there to support the players. This will not harm the decision-makers one little bit.
Andy: I don’t agree with the fans. The cost of labour and goods has risen over the years, and Liverpool Football Club is a business that needs to move with the times, as do all supporters. If the club rose costs by 30% then you could ask why, but 3.5% isn’t breaking the bank. The extra money that is generated will only go to the employees, who are the people of Liverpool.
