MANCHESTER, England — Manchester City has announced a freeze on ticket prices for the 2025-26 season amid increasing dissatisfaction among its fanbase. The freeze will apply to general-admission season tickets and single-match tickets for Premier League games, following a meeting with a fan engagement group.
Recently, a significant number of City supporters demonstrated their displeasure by remaining in the concourses at the Etihad Stadium for the initial nine minutes of a Premier League match against Leicester. The protest was in opposition to the club’s partnership with a new third-party ticket resale platform.
This protest occurred after seven Manchester City fan groups issued an open letter expressing their concerns about the continuous rise in ticket prices over recent years, fearing that local fans might be excluded from attending games in the future.
The club issued a statement affirming that “positive and constructive dialogue” has occurred in recent weeks with City Matters, an elected program representing the club’s fanbase. “The club would like to thank City Matters representatives for the feedback they provide on a range of topics relating to ticketing,” the statement read, acknowledging the insights and diverse perspectives shared by fans.
Manchester City’s efforts to engage with its fans demonstrate a willingness to address concerns and ensure that supporters continue to have access to games without financial strain. The ticket price freeze appears to be a step toward maintaining a strong relationship with its local fan community.