The Price of Football The Price of Football

Manchester United ban 685 season-ticket accounts, "This Is Anfield" sign sold for £115,000

Sep 17, 2026 · 49m

Summary

Hosts Kevin Day and Kieran McGuire examine Manchester United’s controversial crackdown on season ticket touting, which has alienated long-standing fans and sparked protests. They also discuss West Ham’s use of Freedom of Information requests to expose inflated attendance figures and Sunderland’s innovative strategy to target American cities with shared industrial heritage. The episode covers Can+ and La Liga’s new partnership to combat piracy, allegations of financial misconduct involving Samuel Eto, and the auction of the iconic Anfield sign.

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