Outrage as Tamworth FC releases ‘punishing’ ticket costs for Tottenham FA Cup conflict
Tamworth and Tottenham are set to take each other on during a David and Golliath showdown between clubs four divisions apart, but fans were left furious after ticket information was released online
Football fans were left outraged after Tamworth FC shared their ticket prices ahead of their FA Cup clash with Tottenham.
The Lambs are facing the club on January 12 in the third round of the FA Cup during a home match which is set to be huge. With kick off set for 12.30, this surprise appearance for Spurs will see them take on the non-league side. While the fans were happy, the release of the tickets has set off a tirade of negative comments, with dedicated Lambs feeling let down by their beloved club.
In a post shared on X, Tamworth revealed the information about how to buy the tickets through a graphic. Sponsors can purchase from December 29, club members December 30, and general sale is yet to be confirmed. Accompanying this, they shared the caption: “Please read the above information regarding the first set of criteria for our Emirates FA Cup tie against Tottenham Hotspur FC.”
However, this exciting announcement was – perhaps unexpectedly – met with plenty of backlash from followers. For the main stand, adults will have to pay £42, and £38 for terraced. Over 66s will pay a slightly discounted £37 and under 17s £34. Under 10s will cost £29, with just a few quid difference for terraced in each section.
In comparison, the Staffordshire venue holds 4,963 and seats around 500. They usually charge £18-£21 to watch a match, but appear to have charged extra for the Tottenham game.
Several fans flooded the comment section with anger, with some claiming they’ve been priced out of attending. One disgruntled follower replied to the post: “How short sighted are these prices. A chance to repay and respect the fans that go and support you every week, and instead you release this monstrosity. Shameful.”
Another added: “29 quid for under 10’s, you having a… laugh,” with laughing emojis. A third said: “I didn’t pay this much for my cup final ticket. Absolutely insane. Punishing your own fans due to the fate of a cup draw to simply line your own pockets. Disgusting.”
A fourth noted: “I get it, this is an opportunity for you to make some money as it’s a huge fixture for the club, but these prices aren’t fan friendly at all.”
Tamworth is one of the lowest teams left in the competition, as they currently play in the Vanarama National League, after winning and promoting from the National League North Division last season. Spurs are currently four divisions above the Lambs, and it means manager Ange Postecoglou has the chance to play reserves and reasonably progress to the fourth round of the tournament.
Adding to this, away fixtures with a mismatched club level is, according to fans, set to cause plenty of “fun,” such as the five nil to Spurs game against Marine FC back in 2021.
The Daily Star has contacted Tamworth for comment.
