Stoke City Upholds Away Ticket Price Cap, Seeks Rival Support
Stoke City has expressed support for establishing a cap on away ticket prices in the Championship, aligning with the Premier League’s long-standing limit of £30. However, the club noted that achieving this cap requires consensus among rival teams, which remains unlikely in the near future.
Away Ticket Prices in the Championship
Currently, many clubs charge more than the proposed £30 cap. For instance, Stoke City supporters have faced prices ranging from £24 to £39 for away matches in the 2025/26 season. The prices charged by various clubs are as follows:
- Queens Park Rangers: £39
- Ipswich Town: £38
- Sheffield United: £38
- Leicester City: £35
- Sheffield Wednesday: £35
- Watford: £35
- Coventry City: £32
- Norwich City: £32
- West Bromwich Albion: £32
- Birmingham City: £30
- Millwall: £30
- Oxford United: £30
- Portsmouth: £30
- Southampton: £30
- Middlesbrough: £29
- Blackburn Rovers: £28
Hull City offers the lowest price at £24, while Coventry City has charged up to £45 for certain matches. These varying prices have sparked discussions among fans regarding what constitutes a fair ticket price.
The Push for a Price Cap
During a recent meeting of Stoke City Connect, the club reaffirmed its position on supporting a price cap. Currently, Stoke maintains a maximum price of £30 for away supporters at their home ground, the bet365 Stadium. Despite the expressed support, the club emphasized the necessity for substantial agreement among other Championship teams before any changes can take place.
The effort to establish a standard price has gained traction due to widespread dissatisfaction among fans. Last season’s attempt to set a £30 price limit faced resistance during an EFL vote, preventing it from becoming a reality.
Stoke City’s commitment to advocating for fair ticket pricing in the Championship reflects a broader movement among football clubs to enhance fan experiences and accessibility. While the road to implementing a pricing cap appears challenging, Stoke City remains hopeful for future developments.
