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Slip sliding away: football season-ticket holders fear falling down pecking order

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Rumour1 independent source roots · 1 total claims on file

Chronological Trajectory Map

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First Reported· Paul MacInnes (The Guardian)
40d ago (23 Sept)

"It is a symbol of the connection between the fanbase and club, but there is a growing fear executives would prefer stadiums full of one-off tourists The document known as “the oldest football season ticket in the world” promises its bearer access to every Burnley home game of the 1884-85 season."

State: Developing
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Official Resolution
40d ago (23 Sept)

"It is a symbol of the connection between the fanbase and club, but there is a growing fear executives would prefer stadiums full of one-off tourists The document known as “the oldest football season ticket in the world” promises its bearer access to every Burnley home game of the..."

State: Rumour Outcome Verified