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The true cost of being a fan

Curious about the real cost of being a football fan? Through our ASK ESSMA initiative, we conducted an in-depth study into fan expenses across the “Big 5” Leagues, including the Premier League in the UK, Bundesliga in Germany, Ligue 1 in France, LaLiga in Spain and Serie A in Italy.

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Our research covered 96 clubs and focused on several key expenses: 

  • The average cost of attending a match for season card holders (cheapest season ticket) 

  • Parking cost (if available) 

  • Food and beverage (F&B) cost 

  • The price of a replica shirt (without extra’s) 

Discover the detailed breakdown of what it takes to support a team in our comprehensive analysis. 

 Discover the analysis here:  The True cost of being a fan 

Are you an ESSMA member and does your club have pressing questions or specific areas you would like to explore? Request your ASK ESSMA today and get the insights you need to make informed decisions that benefit both your club and your fans.