World Cup ticket prices: FA to contact FIFA over fans' concerns - Paper talk and football gossip

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The Football Association is set to contact FIFA over England fans' concerns about sky-high World Cup ticket prices, according to reports. The rising costs have sparked discontent among supporters, who feel that they are being priced out of the tournament.

Meanwhile, Chelsea has emerged as a frontrunner in the race for highly-rated AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit, with Newcastle United also keen on signing him. The 24-year-old Dutchman is expected to be one of the top targets for several Premier League clubs in the January transfer window.

Crystal Palace are also on the hunt for Bayern Munich's Sacha Boey, who is expected to leave the Bundesliga side in January. The 25-year-old right-back is a key player for the German club, but Palace believe they can tempt him away from Bavaria.

AC Milan, meanwhile, have identified West Ham striker Niclas Fullkrug as one of their potential targets for the January window. The 32-year-old Germany international is looking to leave the London Stadium, and the Rossoneri are eager to sign him up.

Everton midfielder James Garner has also caught the eye of Nottingham Forest, but a January move seems unlikely given his regular starting role at Goodison Park.

As the Premier League clubs gear up for next season, more than half of them are in an urgent scramble to find new shirt sponsors as gambling companies are set to be banned from sponsoring the league. Newcastle United supporters, meanwhile, have been investigated by German police over alleged vandalism on a train bound for their Champions League game with Bayer Leverkusen.

In other news, Manchester United's catering is set to be outsourced, sparking fears that prawn sandwiches could be taken off the menu. And Epsom racecourse has announced a £6m five-year plan to revive the fortunes of the Derby, the world's most famous Flat race.

Finally, Luke Littler is planning to snub BBC's Sports Personality of the Year pageant next week to concentrate on his £1m crusade against the award.
 
I just don't get why football ticket prices are going up again 😩. I remember when my kids were little and we'd take them to watch their fave team at the stadium, it was always a special day out for all of us. Now, they're grown up and trying to go back to those same stadiums but can't even afford a ticket 🤑. It's just not right. The FA should do something about it, like introduce some kind of cap on prices or make sure that fans are the first ones to be offered tickets 🤦‍♀️. I know some clubs have got fancy new stadiums with huge prices for food and drink too - what happened to affordable snacks?! 🍔😒
 
🙄 I'm seeing a lot of clubs scrambling for players and sponsors this January transfer window 🤑 It's like everyone wants in on the action! Meanwhile, some fans are already complaining about price hikes for World Cup tickets - like, isn't that just how it always goes? 💸 Anyway, I heard Luke Littler is skipping Sports Personality of the Year to raise awareness about his campaign... hope he gets more support than BBC's coverage 🤷‍♂️
 
🤔 FIFA needs to step up their game if they wanna keep England fans from losing their minds over those ridiculous World Cup ticket prices... I mean, who thought it was a good idea to charge 500 quid for a ticket?! 😱

And can't believe how obsessed everyone's gotten with Kees Smit already. Newsflash: it's just another transfer window 🙄 Palace and Chelsea are basically begging him to join, but let's see what he decides... 🤞

Gambling companies being banned from sponsoring the Premier League is a step in the right direction, though. Let's keep our football clean and focused on the pitch 💪
 
I feel so bad for those England fans who are struggling to afford World Cup tickets 🤕. I mean, £500+ per ticket? That's just mental! I remember when I was at the Euros with my mates and we were all raving about it, but now that prices are going up, it feels like a different story altogether 🏉. What's wrong with FIFA or The FA not doing something to make it more affordable for fans? It's got to be tough for those who can't afford it, they'll be left out of the excitement 😔.

And on a lighter note, who wouldn't want Niclas Fullkrug at AC Milan? He's got some serious game and I'd love to see him tear up the pitch in red and black 🤩. As for Luke Littler and his Sports Personality of the Year protest, I'm not sure if that'll make a difference, but it's good to see someone speaking out about something they care about 💪.
 
Ugh I'm so frustrated with the World Cup ticket prices 🤯😩 like how can fans afford those prices? It's crazy that people are being priced out of their own tournament it just doesn't seem right 😊 I mean I get that it costs money to host a big event but come on FIFA do something about it 👊
 
The skyrocketing costs of World Cup tickets are a pressing concern for English fans, and I think it's high time the Football Association intervened to address this issue 🤔. It's disheartening to see supporters being priced out of the tournament due to excessive markups by ticket sellers. As we move forward, I believe the FA should prioritize fan affordability and ensure that tickets are made more accessible to a broader audience.

On a related note, it's interesting to see the Premier League clubs scrambling for new shirt sponsors in light of the impending ban on gambling companies 📈. This shift will undoubtedly bring about some changes in the league's dynamics, and I'm eager to see how teams adapt to this new landscape.

The transfer rumors are always exciting, but I think it's worth noting that Kees Smit's potential move to Chelsea or Newcastle United would be a significant coup for either team 💪. As for the January transfer window, I'm optimistic that Crystal Palace will manage to lure Sacha Boey away from Bayern Munich 🤞.
 
man I feel so bad for england fans having to shell out that much cash for world cup tickets its just not right they deserve a break from all the drama and hype surrounding the tournament. gotta support them in any way we can 💔
 
Man, ticket prices for the World Cup are like trying to buy a hot new iPhone - only a few people can afford 'em! It's like, England is supposed to be playing host, but I guess FIFA and The FA want to make sure they're raking it in while we fans are stuck paying through the nose. Meanwhile, Kees Smit might have some choice words for his future employers at Chelsea... or Newcastle, depending on who gets their hands on him first . And poor Luke Littler - seems like he's all about being a rebel without a cause (or a £1m donation to support his "crusade" lol).
 
Ugh, those FIFA ticket prices are wild 🤯... I mean, can't they just be more reasonable? It's not like you need a gazillion bucks to watch a footy game in a stadium that's gonna get destroyed by fans eventually 😂. Anyway, hope some sensible people at the FA can sort this out ASAP 👍
 
Ugh I'm so sick of these greedy clubs charging us fans through the roof for tickets 🤑... I mean what's the point of even having a tournament if you can't afford to watch your team play? It's not like they're doing it for our own good, they just want to make bank off our enthusiasm. And now they're going after Kees Smit and Sacha Boey too... like we don't have enough money already 💸... and what about the fans who can't even afford food at the stadium? I swear, the greed of these clubs is insane 🤯
 
I'm so done with the prices at the World Cup 🤯! I mean, £500+ for a ticket? It's just not right. We're expected to shell out that kind of cash and not even get to see some decent seats 🤑. And don't even get me started on the travel costs, food, and accommodation... it's like they want us to break the bank 💸. It's not fair to the fans who actually care about the game 🏟️. We need to speak up and make our voices heard 👊.

And can we talk about football transfers for a sec? 🤔 I mean, what's going on with Kees Smit? Is Chelsea really trying to swoop him up without giving Palace a chance? 🤷‍♂️ And what's the deal with Niclas Fullkrug? Is AC Milan just taking advantage of his situation at West Ham? 😒

Oh, and have you heard about Newcastle United supporters being investigated by German police? 😱 What happened on that train?! We need to support our teams and our fans, not watch them get taken down 👊.
 
Ugh, I'm getting so frustrated with these ticket prices for the World Cup 🤯! As a parent, it's hard enough dealing with my kids wanting to attend an event without having to worry about breaking the bank 😩. They're still young, and I don't want them missing out on experiences that'll shape their love of football because they can't afford the tickets 💔. Can't the Football Association do something about these prices? It's just not fair to the fans who've been supporting England for years 🙄.

And can we talk about how crazy it is that some players are getting transferred in January already? Like, what even is the point of having a transfer window if everyone's just going to keep making moves all winter ❄️? My kids love following their favorite teams, but sometimes I feel like they're more excited about who's playing where next season than who they'll be watching on the pitch this year 🤷‍♀️.
 
🤔 just think about it, ticket prices for a big event like the World Cup should be reasonable not sky high... people want to enjoy the match but can't afford the cost 🤑
 
I'm so mad about these sky-high ticket prices 🤑 for the World Cup! How are people supposed to afford those fancy tickets? It's like, I get that it costs money to host a tournament and all, but come on! Can't they just make some affordable options available for fans who can't break the bank?

And btw, who is this Kees Smit dude? Sounds like he'd be perfect for Chelsea 😏. And Sacha Boey from Bayern Munich? I love Palace's chances of signing him! 💪 But what about Niclas Fullkrug from West Ham? I hope AC Milan can sign him before he leaves London Stadium 🤞.

On a different note, can we talk about how crazy this whole betting sponsorship ban is in the Premier League? Like, I'm all for responsible gaming and all that, but it's gonna affect so many clubs' revenue streams. Fingers crossed they find some new sponsors ASAP! 💸
 
man, these football teams are literally pricing out their own fans from attending matches 🤦‍♂️ $2k+ for a ticket? that's insane! and now they're gonna contact FIFA about it? like, good luck with that, mate... meanwhile, i'm hearing kees smit is gonna be one of the hottest targets in january - what's the point of even having a transfer window if you can't get the players you want on a decent price 🤔 and what's next? are they just gonna make us pay more for our beer at the stadium too? 🍺
 
Man I'm so worried about those England football fans who are being priced out of the World Cup 🤕. I mean, it's like they're expected to just pay whatever price is thrown at them without even considering their own bank accounts 💸. It's not right, you know? These fans have been supporting the team through thick and thin, and this is how they're repaid?

And can we talk about all these transfer rumors for a second? 🤔 Like, who cares about Kees Smit and Sacha Boey when there are real issues like fan prices to be solved? I'm just saying... 😊
 
Ugh, those football ticket prices are just ridiculous 💸🏆! I mean, who can afford a ticket for the World Cup?! It's like they're pricing out the fans who actually support their team 🤯. And now Chelsea and Newcastle are going after some Dutch midfielder? Can't they focus on getting tickets to the games that we pay good money to attend? 😂

And what's with all these transfer rumors? AZ Alkmaar's Kees Smit is a solid player, but does everyone need him so badly already? 🤔 And Crystal Palace thinking they can tempt away Bayern Munich's Sacha Boey? Good luck with that 💪. Meanwhile, West Ham's Niclas Fullkrug is actually kind of cool... maybe AC Milan should just sign him and save themselves the hassle 😊.

On a lighter note, prawn sandwiches being taken off Manchester United's menu? That's a tragedy 🤣. And Luke Littler's £1m crusade against Sports Personality of the Year? I'm here for it! 🎉
 
😒 can't believe those Premier League clubs are gonna price out their own fans from the World Cup! 🤯 it's like they're trying to be a bunch of greedy oligarchs or something... what's wrong with investing in the supporters' experience? A good atmosphere and some affordable tickets would make that World Cup so much more enjoyable for everyone involved. ⚽️👊
 
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