Wolves fans have launched a petition calling on the club to reconsider their season ticket price hikes.
When the club announced renewal price increases on Thursday, many fans saw an increase of about 17%, while certain children’s pricing saw increases of up to 176%. This infuriated supporters.
Since then, several supporters have left Molineux fan forum groups due to the rises, and seven fan organizations have banded together to begin a petition opposing the decision.
“The cost of season ticket prices for the 2024–2025 season has sent shockwaves through the fanbase,” stated a joint statement.
The essence of what a football club is, and its vitality, are its match-going supporters.
These same fans are now disillusioned and experiencing annoyance and rage over yesterday’s announcement.
“These charges are offensive and will now compel many to wonder if they can afford to renew—perhaps even placing some in financial hardship to support the one item that they treasure—in a city that has the second-highest unemployment rate in the UK and a cost-of-living problem.
Priced out of a community, a love, and a passion that have stayed consistent throughout their lives.
We are really pleased of the fantastic work the club has been doing in the neighborhood and, more lately, in relation to mental health. “In the meanwhile, the players and Gary O’Neil have worked to restore that unique bond with the supporters.
“Sadly, Thursday’s announcement demonstrates how indifferent the club’s decision-makers are to the outstanding job that the Wolves Foundation does for our community and its citizens.
“We implore the club’s officials to reevaluate their strategy on ticket costs before doing irreparable harm to the fan base and the neighborhood.
Rethinking now would allow us to protect the club’s future for the supporters who brought us this far.
to protect this illustrious old club’s vital essence. “We support our team no matter what, as supporters, and we never waver.
However, many have expressed doubt about our future path and whether they still wish to be involved in it in the wake of this news. “The local community and its environs have long looked upon Wolverhampton Wanderers FC as a pillar.
It is now very much in doubt to what extent the club cherishes that community. “The club is strongly encouraged to reevaluate its approach,”
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