Aberdeen Football Club Investigates Viaplay Cup Final Ticket Sales Amid Rangers Fan Speculation
On the anticipated day of December 17, Hampden Park is set to become the center of Scottish football fervor as it hosts the Viaplay Cup final. Amidst this excitement, Aberdeen Football Club is in the midst of probing allegations circulating on social media. These claims suggest that a number of Rangers supporters have managed to acquire tickets initially allocated to Aberdeen for the much-awaited final.
In response to these rumors, the club took decisive action by temporarily closing their ticket office this past Wednesday. The purpose? To conduct a thorough review of all ticket purchases. Aberdeen is determined to verify that the tickets have indeed landed in the hands of their loyal Dons fans.
This situation arose following a decision by Aberdeen to open up a portion of their ticket allocation to the general public earlier in the week. This move allowed individuals, even those without prior loyalty points, to secure a spot at Hampden Park for the game.
In the midst of managing this ticketing challenge, Aberdeen continues to liaise closely with the Scottish Professional Football League, the organizers of the competition. Their discussions revolve around the possibility of securing additional tickets. Meanwhile, the club is urging their fans to reach out to their ticket office, particularly those keen on joining the waiting list for this high-demand event.
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In a related development, the Premiership club previously affirmed their commitment to enforcing stringent regulations for ticket purchases for the December 17 final. This came in the wake of an apology from Chief Executive Alan Burrows over the initial ticket distribution process.
The ticket allocation saga saw Aberdeen receiving 19,500 tickets, in contrast to Rangers’ 25,000. Astonishingly, 17,000 of Aberdeen’s tickets were snapped up within hours, leaving many fans in a lurch. The initial sale phase catered to those holding 200 loyalty points, followed by a general sale for the remaining tickets.
Reflecting on the process, Burrows acknowledged that perhaps those with marginally fewer loyalty points should have been given earlier access. However, for the upcoming release of the remaining 2,500 tickets, priority will be given to those with higher loyalty points, as the club emphasizes.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Aberdeen Viaplay Cup Final Tickets
What is the Issue Aberdeen FC is Investigating Regarding the Viaplay Cup Final Tickets?
Aberdeen FC is investigating claims that Rangers fans have purchased some of their allocated tickets for the Viaplay Cup final at Hampden Park on December 17. These allegations surfaced on social media, leading the club to conduct a thorough review of ticket purchases to ensure they are held by genuine Aberdeen fans.
How Did Aberdeen FC Respond to the Ticket Allocation Controversy?
In response to the controversy, Aberdeen FC temporarily closed their ticket office to review the purchases and ensure compliance with their fan loyalty system. They are also in talks with the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) about additional ticket allocations and have advised fans to join a waiting list at their ticket office.
Why Were Aberdeen FC Fans Frustrated with the Ticket Sales Process?
Many Aberdeen fans were frustrated due to the rapid sell-out of the initial 17,000 tickets from their 19,500 allocation. The issue was compounded when the club decided to put the remaining tickets on general sale, which allegedly allowed Rangers fans to purchase them.
What Was the Initial Ticket Allocation for Aberdeen and Rangers Fans for the Viaplay Cup Final?
Aberdeen was allocated 19,500 tickets for the final, while Rangers received a larger allocation of 25,000 tickets.
How Did Aberdeen FC Plan to Prioritize Ticket Sales After the Controversy?
Aberdeen FC announced that for the remaining 2,500 tickets, they would prioritize fans with higher loyalty points, addressing concerns raised by their initial ticket sales process. This approach aims to ensure loyal fans have access to the final game tickets.
More about Aberdeen Viaplay Cup Final Tickets
- Aberdeen FC Official Statement
- Hampden Park Event Details
- Scottish Professional Football League News
- Aberdeen FC Ticketing Policy
- Viaplay Cup Final Coverage
- Aberdeen vs Rangers: Fan Reactions
- Alan Burrows’ Apology and Statement
- Scottish Premiership Updates
- Football Loyalty Points System Explained
- Sport News Center App Information
5 comments
wow, can’t believe Rangers fans might’ve snatched Aberdeen tickets. Pretty sneaky if true! Gonna be a crazy match for sure
Interesting move by Aberdeen, closing the ticket office and all. Shows they’re taking it seriously, but what a mess, eh?
Hampden’s gonna be electric on the 17th, but this ticket fiasco? Not a good look for Aberdeen. Hope it gets sorted out soon.
this is just typical, why didn’t the club foresee this? Selling to general public was a mistake, loyalty points should always come first!
Every final has its drama, right? But ticketing should be straightforward. Alan Burrows apologizing, but is that enough? Fans deserve better.