Grêmio slam away ticket prices for Grenal, send letter to CBF | OneFootball

Grêmio officially expressed its discontent on Tuesday night regarding the price charged by Internacional for the visiting fans at the next Grenal, which will be held on Sunday (21), at 5:30 pm (Brasília time), at Beira-Rio, for the 24th round of the Brazilian Championship.

The Immortal reinforced the claim by sending a letter to both Internacional and CBF, requesting a review of the ticket prices and advocating for fair conditions for the visiting fans at the classic match.

According to the tricolor board, the price of R$ 220.00 to watch the classic match is more than double the price charged for the colorados in the first round, when the tickets for the visiting audience at the Arena cost R$ 100.00 for full price and R$ 50.00 for half price.

In an official statement, Grêmio defended the need for equal conditions for both sets of fans, emphasizing that the classic match should be decided within the four lines and not by off-field factors.

“Grêmio will remain firm in the defense of its fans and a respectful environment, as reiterated in the letter sent to Internacional and CBF”, highlighted the club. The tricolor board reinforces that fair and accessible values are essential to ensure that the spirit of reciprocity of the classic match is respected.

The statement highlights Grêmio's concern with its fans' access to the stadium, considering that the disparity in prices represents a significant financial barrier.

So far, Internacional has not taken a position on a possible review of the tickets, while CBF has also not yet commented on the issue. The classic match, which brings together great traditions of Rio Grande do Sul football, now gains an off-field debate about justice and equality among fans, showing that the rivalry goes beyond the matches.

Grêmio's Situation

Meanwhile, on the field, Grêmio is looking for an immediate reaction in the Brasileirão. After the 1-0 defeat to Mirassol, at the Arena, coach Mano Menezes is preparing the team with total focus on the classic match and is still waiting for the return of important players recovering from injuries, such as Marcos Rocha and Carlos Vinícius.

The team is in 14th place, with 25 points. On the other side, the colorados are in 12th place, with 27 units secured.

See Grêmio's note in full

“Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense expresses its disagreement with the decision of Sport Club Internacional to charge R$ 220.00 for the visiting fans at the next Grenal. The price is more than double the price practiced at the Arena in the first round (R$ 100.00 for full price and R$ 50.00 for half price).

We defend equal conditions and fair prices for both sets of fans, in respect to the spirit of reciprocity and the essence of the classic match, which should be decided on the field.

Grêmio will remain firm in the defense of its fans and a respectful environment, as reiterated in the letter sent to Internacional and CBF.

Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense”

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