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An enthusiastic supporter of MANCHESTER UNITED asserts that he was “removed” from the FA Cup draw at Old Trafford after expressing his dissent regarding the club’s soaring ticket prices during a live broadcast on the BBC.
The third-round draw took place at the home ground of the reigning champions, Man Utd, on Monday evening.
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Ruben Amorim’s squad was paired against the record 14-time winners Arsenal in a thrilling contest at the Emirates.
Nevertheless, one Red Devils fan took the opportunity at the draw venue to convey a message to the club’s ownership.
Ticket prices at Old Trafford have surged to a staggering £66 per match.
Moreover, concessions for children and seniors have been eliminated, leading to protests preceding their 4-0 triumph over Everton on Sunday.
During the live broadcast, BBC presenter Kelly Somers was surrounded by supporters of Man Utd as she presented the coverage of the FA Cup draw, with the trophy displayed beside her.
While addressing the audience, one individual raised a phone showcasing the message: “£66 thieves.”
The person who reportedly staged the protest later posted on X: “I got kicked out for this by the way.”
SunSport has reached out to Man Utd for their comments.
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Man Utd’s Supporters’ Trust has also expressed their displeasure regarding the decision to hike ticket prices.
Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has executed cost-cutting measures across various segments since taking charge of football operations at Man Utd.
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He has laid off 250 personnel, halted payments on Sir Alex Ferguson’s £2 million-per-year ambassadorial salary, cancelled the holiday party, and eliminated company credit cards and private chauffeurs.
Moreover, he has eliminated staff lunches, accommodations, additional tickets, and post-match celebrations.
Apart from the eagerly awaited clash between Arsenal and Man Utd, notable third-round matches include Manchester City vs Salford, Tamworth vs Tottenham, and Everton vs Peterborough – which may see Ashley Young compete against his son Tyler.
All matches are scheduled for the weekend of January 11, 2025.
The 32 victorious teams in the third round will earn £115,000, while the losing teams will gather £25,000.
All matches will conclude on the same day, as replays have been abolished, favoring extra time and penalties if the score remains tied.
