Protests are being planned ahead of Liverpool’s upcoming Premier League clash with Fulham, as Reds fan group Spirit of Shankly opposes rising ticket prices coming into place.
The mood around Anfield is definitely a toxic one at the moment, as Liverpool’s ongoing season continues to sink to new lows.
The 4-0 loss on the road at Manchester City last time out in the FA Cup saw Liverpool effectively give up, as captain Virgil Van Dijk depressingly put it, as the reigning Premier League champions have now lost a devastating 15 games in all competitions this season.
All these on-field woes could well come to a head at Anfield on Saturday, as Slot side return to Premier League action on Saturday and welcome Fulham to Merseyside, as protests are being planned by Liverpool supporters union Spirit of Shankly, over ticket prices increasing, despite all the poor performances continuing.
Ticket prices increasing, ahead of the 2026/27 campaign starting, was confirmed over the international break, with the admission fee going up between £1.25-£1.75 per person.
According to SOS, they feel they have been ignored on this matter, which is now leading them down the route of protesting to make their agitated voices heard.
SOS released a lengthy statement on Bank Holiday Monday to outline their thoughts and feelings towards the multi-year ticket price increases, with the rising costs meaning an adult general admission season ticket come the 2028/29 season could skyrocket up to an eye-watering £971.50.
SOS’s lengthy statement about Anfield protests
Starting with the Cottagers match this coming Saturday, the popular fans organisation has stated that protests, which include not spending any money inside Anfield, will commence.
The lengthy statement reads: “SUPPORTERS are angry. And they have every right to be.
“Liverpool FC has chosen to ignore clear, overwhelming opposition from its own supporters and push ahead with plans to increase ticket prices for the next three seasons.
“The open meeting online, the survey, and countless conversations all point to the same thing: fans do not accept this decision.
“And if the club’s owners won’t listen, then we make them. This is no longer about consultation. That opportunity has been and gone. This is about action.
“Supporter groups are already organising a coordinated response. We are doing so at speed because time is against us. But the direction is clear: protests will take place.
“If the club does not value supporter voices, we will make ourselves difficult to ignore. The Supporters’ Board has formally informed the club that action is coming. Now it is on all of us to back it.
“Protests inside and outside Anfield have been discussed. It is agreed they need to happen.
“We are asking fans, where possible, not to spend money inside the ground. We understand some will need to for medical or other reasons. But if you can avoid it, do. Spend your money with local, independent businesses around Anfield instead.
“This is a small act, but if enough people do it, it sends a clear message. Supporters have also suggested delaying season ticket renewals until close to the deadline. We support that.
“This decision sits with ownership (Fenway Sports Group). Not just at Anfield. Not just at Chapel Street (club’s offices). In Boston. They have made the call. They can reverse it.”We will be taking steps to make sure that message reaches them directly. Supporters will be asked to take part. When that happens, get involved.
“Let’s be clear about what this is. This is Liverpool FC’s owners locking in price rises for years to come and removing meaningful annual scrutiny from supporters.
“No other Premier League club is doing this. If it goes unchallenged, it sets a precedent. Not just for Liverpool, but across the game.
“At the end of these three years, it would be a fifth increase in six seasons. Tickets heading towards £70. Season tickets beyond £1,000.
“And for what? A club generating record revenues still wants more, and has decided supporters will be the ones to pay for it.
“This isn’t just about price. It’s about direction. It’s about what kind of football club Liverpool chooses to be.
“One rooted in its people, or one that sees them as a revenue stream to be pushed year after year. Future supporters will live with the consequences of what happens now.”
The statement is clearly an impassioned one, with the hope that action which includes protests outside and inside Anfield can lead to the powers that be at Liverpool reversing their decision.
It’s a dark time to be a Reds supporter, with the wheels coming off Slot’s machine at an alarming rate, but the disgruntled fanbase might well be brought back together if they can realise change, via the protests set to start on Saturday.
