Arsenal fans were left disappointed and frustrated when the club announced that season ticket prices would be increased for the second consecutive year. The news means that fans in the upper tier will have to pay an average of £72 more per season, while those in the lower tier will face an additional charge of £73 per season.
For fans sitting in the ‘Centre Upper’ section of the Emirates Stadium, the cost of a general admission season ticket will be a hefty £2,050. On the other hand, the cheapest adult season ticket is situated in the wing, corner, and goal lower sections, priced at £1,073.
In a statement, Arsenal justified the price increase by stating their ambition to continue competing at the highest level and investing in their teams, despite rising costs. They also emphasized their commitment to improving the matchday experience for supporters at the Emirates Stadium.
This is not the first time Arsenal has raised their ticket prices, as last season saw a five percent increase ahead of the current campaign. However, with changes to the Champions League format, fans will receive an extra game on their season ticket next season.
The Arsenal Supporters’ Trust expressed their disappointment with the price hike, stating that they had called for a freeze in ticket prices, especially considering the club’s benefit from playing more home matches in the coming season. They highlighted that a supporter purchasing a season ticket for 2024/25 would pay approximately 10 percent more than the current season.
Naturally, Arsenal fans took to social media to express their frustration. One fan questioned how the club could justify the increase in ticket prices, while another criticized the decision, particularly given the attendance and ticketing issues faced this season. Another fan sarcastically remarked that Arsenal better end this season as champions of England and Europe to justify the latest price hike.
As fans continue to voice their discontent, it remains to be seen how Arsenal will respond to these concerns. With supporters already feeling the strain of rising ticket prices, the club will need to carefully consider the impact on their loyal fanbase and find a balance between financial sustainability and fan satisfaction.