HSV fans clear: "Promises melting away like our bank balance" | OneFootball

In the discussion about ticket prices at HSV, the active fan scene has once again stepped up. One aspect in particular is being highlighted negatively.

Off the field, it is THE dominant HSV topic these days: Even several weeks after the start of the season, the ticket prices continue to cause controversy. Despite the club introducing a new pricing policy with clear upper limits following massive protests from its fans, the organized supporters of the club see no real progress in this. The "Förderkreis Nordtribüne e.V." reacted sharply to the measures in an open letter

"The promises are melting away in the shop like our account balance," the letter reads. The fans accuse the club management of circumventing the announced price cap of 89 euros. Certain matches would be assigned to higher categories at short notice. Especially in the derby against FC St. Pauli (0:2), the limit was circumvented with an additional A+ category. For the scene, this is clear evidence that fan interests are once again taking a back seat to financial considerations.

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HSV fans fear loss of club identity

The background: Even though the cheapest tickets now cost a little less than in the 2nd Bundesliga and standing places remain stable at 18 euros, the active fans fear a creeping change. "Whoever demands Champions League prices should not be surprised if the fans whistle as soon as Champions League football is not offered on the pitch," is the accusation. The foundation of the club's identity, namely its closeness to the people and its roots in Hamburg, is in danger of being lost.

The protest of the Ultras goes beyond the ticket issue. The new jerseys with altered emblems and bright, allegedly club-distant colors are also criticized.

The supporters therefore announced further "responses from the curve", without giving details. The clear message: "Something has to move now. If the board is currently not capable of fulfilling this task credibly and in the interest of the membership, then it must be willing to seek and accept help."

And yet: The Förderkreis Nordtribüne also recognized positive changes. Especially the approval for the establishment of a Supporters Trust. The general meeting in June is also described as an "important moment". They welcome "the pre-selection of the advisory board" and look "forward to the work of the elected."

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here.