Banks Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 Don't normally post on here but I've gone to about 7 away games this season so far, and it's crazy the amount of people who have told me to sit down. I have bought tickets generally close to the back, surely if people want to sit at away games (which is odd) you should be purchasing tickets at the front of the away end...
NathanBlueFox Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 it is appalling, think back to what the 80's were like and now we have to sit at aways.
Banks Posted 2 January 2014 Author Posted 2 January 2014 it is appalling, think back to what the 80's were like and now we have to sit at aways. Completely agree mate, one of the reasons why football nowadays is in decline. Why would I want to pay £30 to sit at an away game lol
shade Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 the person who wants to sit is in the right, morally and legally.
Exeter Fox Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 the person who wants to sit is in the right, morally and legally. Legally yes, but I don't think that either is the 'right' way to do it. Hopefully it's possible to accommodate both.
Harry - LCFC Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 Totally agree with you. People should know where to go and I include both standers and sitters when I say this, be considerate of others and choose where you watch the game with some care. the person who wants to sit is in the right, morally and legally. It is not illegal to stand at a football match. And how can a person who sits on the back row, expecting others to sit down also and thus infringing upon the rights of everyone else to stand if they wish be morally right? If they sit further forward then others can stand up behind them. It is clear that this would be the correct course of action. You're totally incorrect on both counts.
Banks Posted 2 January 2014 Author Posted 2 January 2014 the person who wants to sit is in the right, morally and legally. If they are sitting pretty near to the front then I'm more likely to cooperate with them, however when it is relatively near to the back when I have been asked on occasions this season, then ultimately I'm not going to end up sitting. It might not be legally right, but about 95% of football fans want to stand at matches not sit.
JonnyBoy Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 if people want to sit then they need to speak to the ticket office and get a ticket in the first 5 rows. If someone wants to sit half way up then i'm afraid its tough. If you were disabled to not be able to stand for 90 mins then you would be at the front so just get on with it and stand. Were not at Rugby
Banks Posted 2 January 2014 Author Posted 2 January 2014 Totally agree with you. People should know where to go and I include both standers and sitters when I say this, be considerate of others and choose where you watch the game with some care. Definitely. Very annoying when you pay £25-£32 for an away ticket and you are told to sit.
NathanBlueFox Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 If they are sitting pretty near to the front then I'm more likely to cooperate with them, however when it is relatively near to the back when I have been asked on occasions this season, then ultimately I'm not going to end up sitting. It might not be legally right, but about 95% of football fans want to stand at matches not sit. if your not very good on your feet and are sitting at the front then that is fine but it is the people who want to sit at the back and moan when everyone else around them is standing up.
Leicester Lass Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 Some rubbish being spouted in this thread. Firstly, standing is not illegal. Also, the club has to sell away tickets as directed by the home club, it's not as easy as everyone being able to pick and choose their seat.
KFS Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 Some rubbish being spouted in this thread. Firstly, standing is not illegal. Also, the club has to sell away tickets as directed by the home club, it's not as easy as everyone being able to pick and choose their seat. The exception being yesterday where people could do what they like. I thought it worked well, we accommodated both preferences didn't we?
shade Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 scratch what I said, it turns out it's not illegal, fill your boots!
Trumpet Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 Some rubbish being spouted in this thread. Firstly, standing is not illegal. Also, the club has to sell away tickets as directed by the home club, it's not as easy as everyone being able to pick and choose their seat. That's what I thought. I've never asked for a ticket near the back because as far as I was aware, they just take them from a pile of tickets. Not sure if that's changed now though?
Leicester Lass Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 The exception being yesterday where people could do what they like. I thought it worked well, we accommodated both preferences didn't we? Exactly. Unreserved seating and everyone is a winner. Unfortunately it only happens on a handful of occasions every season.
red5 Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 Some rubbish being spouted in this thread. Firstly, standing is not illegal. Also, the club has to sell away tickets as directed by the home club, it's not as easy as everyone being able to pick and choose their seat. Totally agree with the first line, The problem is totally with the second, if clubs allow standing as they do, they should be able to let them that want/have to sit also be able to, it's the clubs and standing supporters that are in the wrong not those that want/have to sit.
red5 Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 Exactly. Unreserved seating and everyone is a winner. Unfortunately it only happens on a handful of occasions every season. Totally wrong
Guest Bilo Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 the person who wants to sit is in the right, morally and legally. Do explain. I could do with a laugh.
Trumpet Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 Totally agree with the first line, The problem is totally with the second, if clubs allow standing as they do, they should be able to let them that want/have to sit also be able to, it's the clubs and standing supporters that are in the wrong not those that want/have to sit. I understand that some people have to sit down. Not entirely sure about the ones that want to sit. If I wanted to sit, I'm well aware I probably won't be able to at an away game.
Guest MarshallForEngland Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 If there's nobody in front of you and sitting down won't impede your view of the game, I think the most courteous thing to do is to respect the wishes of the person behind and not be so sanctimonious. Nobody expects you to sit down if it means you won't be able to see the game, but it's not unreasonable to ask somebody in front of you to sit down if it makes no material difference to their ability to watch the match. Everyone has their own reasons for not wanting to stand. Some people are physically unable to do so through disability, others just don't feel comfortable standing. You might just feel ill or lethargic or so hung over that standing makes you want to chunder. Whatever the case, it's not for anybody to question the motives of the person behind him who would prefer to sit down.
Trumpet Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 Totally wrong What is totally wrong with what she said? I can't see anything wrong with it.
Harry - LCFC Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 If there's nobody in front of you and sitting down won't impede your view of the game, I think the most courteous thing to do is to respect the wishes of the person behind and not be so sanctimonious. Nobody expects you to sit down if it means you won't be able to see the game, but it's not unreasonable to ask somebody in front of you to sit down if it makes no material difference to their ability to watch the match. Everyone has their own reasons for not wanting to stand. Some people are physically unable to do so through disability, others just don't feel comfortable standing. You might just feel ill or lethargic or so hung over that standing makes you want to chunder. Whatever the case, it's not for anybody to question the motives of the person behind him who would prefer to sit down. The answer to this question is for the sitter to move down a row so both preferences can be accommodated rather than prioritising one at the expense of another.
irishfox Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 Flying over from Ireland for our game at Leeds, there is no way in the world i will be sitting down!!
Trumpet Posted 2 January 2014 Posted 2 January 2014 Do explain. I could do with a laugh. You do realise in some countries, it's the equivalent of rape?
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