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Why there will be protests outside Everton and Liverpool games on Sunday

Why there will be protests outside Everton and Liverpool games on Sunday

On Sunday there will be fan protests at both Liverpool against Manchester City and Manchester United against Everton

Fans from all four Premier League north-west clubs will come together on Sunday to protest against rising ticket prices ahead of Manchester United v Everton and then Liverpool v Manchester City
Fans from all four Premier League north-west clubs will come together on Sunday to protest against rising ticket prices ahead of Manchester United v Everton and then Liverpool v Manchester City

Fans from all four North West Premier League clubs will come together on Sunday to protest against rising ticket prices ahead of the big double-header between Merseyside and Manchester at opposite ends of East Lancs Road. In a clear show of unity, the quartet’s fans will highlight what they say is the “exploitation of loyal supporters” as they move beyond their historic rivalries to “stand shoulder to shoulder” with protests.

The Daily Mail reports that all but one Premier League club have increased ticket prices this season, and concerns are also growing in the week that the competition’s new broadcast deal rose 17% to £12.25 billion that some clubs are now targeting a £30 cap on away tickets.

As reported in the ECHO on Wednesday, members of the Everton fan group will meet some of their Manchester United colleagues in front of the Trinity statue outside Old Trafford ahead of their game at 12.30pm to call for a decision by the Red Devils ‘Stop Exploiting Loyalty’ banner to display Chiefs are increasing ticket prices for members to £66 per game for the rest of the season, with no concessions and no consultation with supporter groups.

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At later kick-off at Anfield, fans of Liverpool’s Spirit of Shankly will meet Citys 1894 and MCFC Fans Foodbank Support outside the Foodbank collection point near the corner of the Kop and Sir Kenny Dalglish stands at 3pm.

Dave Kelly, from Everton Fans Supporting Foodbanks, said: “The cost of living crisis is getting worse.” Children go to school hungry, parents skip meals and the cost of match tickets is unaffordable for some of our communities’ most passionate and loyal fans.

“We are delighted to stand side by side with the Reds and Blues from Manchester and Merseyside.”

“This is not about the color of the shirt or the badge on the chest. It’s about the future of the beautiful game, about protecting it and making it affordable for all fans.”

Gareth Roberts, spokesman for Spirit of Shankly, said: “It is time for clubs to remember that their wealth and success rests on the unwavering loyalty of their fans.” This passionate support that the creation of flags and banners , songs and vocal support is based on the commitment of a generation to the cause.

“This support is threatened by the prices of football – from tickets to television subscriptions to the price of indoor food and drink.”

“Increasing prices when the financial pressure on fans is at an all-time high is an insult. We are proud to fight for fairness alongside Manchester fans in this campaign.”

Nick Clarke, spokesman for MCFC Fans Foodbank Support, said: “In recent years there has been increasing hostility between City and Liverpool fans due to on-field rivalry. That’s why we are incredibly proud to stand together on this important issue.”

“Tribalism prevents football fans from dealing with the real threats to the sport we created – working-class fans are being exploited before our eyes. “We can reverse this trend.”

Meanwhile, an FC58 spokesman said: “The rivalry between these four clubs was and is fierce. But we all go to games, love our club and want to keep football affordable for future generations while protecting heritage and community.

“We can only achieve this by working together. This is our first step. This movement will grow.”

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