January 27th 2025.
As Sir Jim Ratcliffe exited Craven Cottage, he was met by a group of angry Manchester United fans. The fans were captured on video confronting the co-owner, expressing their frustration with the club's ticket pricing. They even went as far as comparing Ratcliffe to the Glazer family, infamous for their controversial ownership of the team.
The Red Devils had just secured a 1-0 victory against Fulham, thanks to Lisandro Martinez's deflected goal in the 78th minute. This win boosted United to 12th place in the Premier League table, providing some relief for head coach Ruben Amorim after a tough start to the season.
However, despite the on-field success, there is a growing sense of discontent among fans regarding the club's ticket prices. It was recently revealed that the cheapest single match ticket at Old Trafford this season costs a staggering £66, the highest in the Premier League. This has caused frustration among supporters, especially when compared to other teams like Chelsea, Everton, and Fulham, who offer cheaper tickets.
This dissatisfaction was evident in the viral video of fans confronting Ratcliffe as he left the stadium. In the clip, the fans can be heard expressing their frustration with the ticket prices, using strong language to make their point. Even club legend Paul Scholes has spoken out against the ticket pricing, calling it absurd and accusing Ratcliffe of not caring about the fans.
On a recent episode of The Overlap, Scholes criticized the lack of positivity surrounding the club since Ratcliffe's partial takeover in 2024. He also questioned the decision to raise ticket prices, especially given the current state of the team on the field. The former midfielder expressed concern for fans from financially disadvantaged areas, who may struggle to afford the high ticket prices.
Despite being a Manchester native himself, Ratcliffe has faced backlash for not prioritizing the fans' interests. Last year, he was criticized for ending Sir Alex Ferguson's ambassadorial contract with the club. There was also outrage when 250 jobs were cut by United, with senior executives having their club credit cards revoked.
As fans continue to voice their frustration, there are concerns that there may be another price hike next season. Banners urging the club to stop exploiting loyalty have been seen at Old Trafford, and it is clear that the fans' concerns are not being ignored.
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