MANCHESTER CITY have slashed matchday ticket prices following several fan protests.
The Cityzens came under fire this season due to a rise in ticket costs.
Fans led demonstrations to protest the issue towards the end of the campaign, with thousands refusing to take to their seats at the start of some Premier League fixtures.
Club officials subsequently took action, with chairman Khaldoon al Mubarak promising to find a solution.
Lengthy negotiations were then held with City’s fan advisory board before Mubarak and Co agreed to lower prices.
From next season, fans will be charged between £40 and £60 for Category A games, which involve the likes of Manchester United, Liverpool and Arsenal.
There will be a further £5 reduction for Category B games and a £10 reduction for Category C fixtures.
The cheapest tickets for Category A fixtures are down 43 per cent, with the most expensive down by 22 per cent.
Man City are yet to release ticket prices for Champions League fixtures, although they are expected to come down as well.
The news will come as a major boost for supporters, who have continued fighting to freeze ticket prices.
City Matters, the club’s fan advisory board, said in a statement on Friday: “We warmly welcome this announcement from the club, making matchday attendance more accessible and ensuring a vibrant atmosphere at the Etihad Stadium.
“Through our dialogue with the club, the matchday pricing reductions, season ticket price freeze, release of new season tickets, and Flexi Gold season ticket fee adjustments highlight the value of fan voices through City Matters.
“This announcement shows the club’s commitment to City Matters and is a positive end to this season and our working relationship.
“City Matters look forward to continued engagement and transparency with the club to achieve our shared ambition for Manchester City’s success.”
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