Will we sell out?

[Northyorksblade]

I'm in the middle block on our side, 225 - seemed pretty full when I was buying

See you there.

 

[Ndiayewillalwaysloveyou]

So remaining 2 blocks is..
525. Blades and segregation
526. Sunderlands extra 1k?

 

[Champagneblade]

So could be anywhere between 33,000 to 35,000 Unitedite for a game 150 miles away and having already averaged over 28,000 in the league.

Not sure it tells us that much. But given the right level of football I.e. top flight, and the absence of away fans in that 33,000 / 35,000 figure, we could probably extend the stadium to 36,000 to 38,000 and fill the bigger games. There was actually not much of a drop off from relegation which was surprising.

Always a fine balance. If there were no restrictions on day one then we would have sold more with casual fans, fans who hadn’t been for years and possible day trippers and interested family members, even some non-United fans. Always a risk some genuine fans miss out.

I once went to see Carter USM with a mate of mine. So I was in that number. I wasn’t remotely a fan of Jimbob or Fruitbat, but it was enjoyable. Point being, securing these attendees or not doesn’t mean anything long term.

We’ve a pretty solid fan base now. Another stint in the Prem won’t shrink that, even if we stink the place out.

Enjoy the day to those going. Let’s not be precious about the fact that someone doesn’t have the cash to pay for and travel so far. It’s their prerogative and it’s harsh on everyday Sheffield folk.

Me and my daughter will watch it on the sofa at home from 7,000 miles away.

Main thing is as Adrian says to Rocky “ there’s one thing I want you to do for me…win! Win!”

 

[Iffy Onuora's Shiny Head]

So could be anywhere between 33,000 to 35,000 Unitedite for a game 150 miles away and having already averaged over 28,000 in the league.

Not sure it tells us that much. But given the right level of football I.e. top flight, and the absence of away fans in that 33,000 / 35,000 figure, we could probably extend the stadium to 36,000 to 38,000 and fill the bigger games. There was actually not much of a drop off from relegation which was surprising.

Always a fine balance. If there were no restrictions on day one then we would have sold more with casual fans, fans who hadn’t been for years and possible day trippers and interested family members, even some non-United fans. Always a risk some genuine fans miss out.

I once went to see Carter USM with a mate of mine. So I was in that number. I wasn’t remotely a fan of Jimbob or Fruitbat, but it was enjoyable. Point being, securing these attendees or not doesn’t mean anything long term.

We’ve a pretty solid fan base now. Another stint in the Prem won’t shrink that, even if we stink the place out.

Enjoy the day to those going. Let’s not be precious about the fact that someone doesn’t have the cash to pay for and travel so far. It’s their prerogative and it’s harsh on everyday Sheffield folk.

Me and my daughter will watch it on the sofa at home from 7,000 miles away.

Main thing is as Adrian says to Rocky “ there’s one thing I want you to do for me…win! Win!”

I think for me, you'd focus on small capacity improvements but significant quality improvements.

For example, Step 1 would be to re-do the Kop and maybe add 2k seats. Then if we wanted to maximise revenue we could offer a bigger % of the BL stand to away fans - especially if we manage to return and stay in the Prem.

 

[finlaytheblade]

I think for me, you'd focus on small capacity improvements but significant quality improvements.

For example, Step 1 would be to re-do the Kop and maybe add 2k seats. Then if we wanted to maximise revenue we could offer a bigger % of the BL stand to away fans - especially if we manage to return and stay in the Prem.

The Bramall lane upper tier could be extended above the road ! Similar to old Trafford and some other stadiums.

 

[WorkingtonBlade]

I’d like to see a few thousand ‘safe standing’ added by extending at the back of the Kop. It would mean replacing the roof, which would be an opportunity to remove the pillars.

That way we’d get the additional capacity, improved sight lines and (hopefully) better atmosphere all together.

 

[KPO]

Disagree, allowing season ticket holders to buy up to 4 would have largely resulted in season ticket holder A buying tickets for season ticket holders B, C and D so they can sit together and not season ticket holders A, B, C and D all buying 4 each. There would have alao been season ticket holders buying tickets for none season ticket holders who were members or have 15k points etc to sit together. Those people would have bought tickets anyway.

Season ticket holders could buy as many tickets as they wanted (I don't think there was a limit - I bought 7 together) for other season ticket holders by adding them to Family and Friends.

 

[S64 Blade]

I think for me, you'd focus on small capacity improvements but significant quality improvements.

For example, Step 1 would be to re-do the Kop and maybe add 2k seats. Then if we wanted to maximise revenue we could offer a bigger % of the BL stand to away fans - especially if we manage to return and stay in the Prem.

I’m no engineer, but would it be possible to just build over the existing Kop steps (possibly with some reinforcement beneath) to improve the rake so it’s steeper? It’d obviously need closing for a length of time, but it’d be faster than removing everything to allow for this.

Could stick the away fans in the upper tier and better segregate the corner so we lose fewer seats, like every other club outside of Sheffield manages to do.

 

[3Cheers4Ramirez]

I think for me, you'd focus on small capacity improvements but significant quality improvements.

For example, Step 1 would be to re-do the Kop and maybe add 2k seats. Then if we wanted to maximise revenue we could offer a bigger % of the BL stand to away fans - especially if we manage to return and stay in the Prem.

Ideally, I'd focus on nothing but quality for the Kop - steeper rake, large standing area, better concourse facilities, new roof, no pillars

Any capacity increases could be found elsewhere, ideally John St if possible

 

[bartman]

I think for me, you'd focus on small capacity improvements but significant quality improvements.

For example, Step 1 would be to re-do the Kop and maybe add 2k seats. Then if we wanted to maximise revenue we could offer a bigger % of the BL stand to away fans - especially if we manage to return and stay in the Prem.

For me I would put an extra tier on the (New) South Stand with new exec boxes.. We will then have somewhere for fans who are displaced from the Kop during building work to go and have inceased income streams from the boxes.

We can then plan for a complete rebuild of the Kop with a view to an overall increase in capacity of the ground to at least 38k. From there we can start offering reduced prices for kids( one thing that McCabe was really good at) to encourage future support.....get them young !!!

 

[3Cheers4Ramirez]

Every block in the upper tier appears to have seats available

 

[Hollinsend]

Every block in the upper tier appears to have seats available

Handfuls only - less than a dozen, mostly singles, in most sections - apart from 523 where there are around 40.

 

[Northyorksblade]

For me I would put an extra tier on the (New) South Stand with new exec boxes.. We will then have somewhere for fans who are displaced from the Kop during building work to go and have inceased income streams from the boxes.

We can then plan for a complete rebuild of the Kop with a view to an overall increase in capacity of the ground to at least 38k. From there we can start offering reduced prices for kids( one thing that McCabe was really good at) to encourage future support.....get them young !!!

Let's not get too carried away. If we lose on Saturday, we lose our 'stars' and things will not look so rosy.

 

[Iffy Onuora's Shiny Head]

For me I would put an extra tier on the (New) South Stand with new exec boxes.. We will then have somewhere for fans who are displaced from the Kop during building work to go and have inceased income streams from the boxes.

We can then plan for a complete rebuild of the Kop with a view to an overall increase in capacity of the ground to at least 38k. From there we can start offering reduced prices for kids( one thing that McCabe was really good at) to encourage future support.....get them young !!!

I definitley agree with the big subsidy for kids. £20 for an Under 10, £50 for an Under 16,

But we would massively need to increase stewarding stopping free loaders trying to get in on kids tickets. I see so many 'Adults' who come through the turnstyles with the concessions light lit up.

 

[Isar]

I’d like to see a few thousand ‘safe standing’ added by extending at the back of the Kop. It would mean replacing the roof, which would be an opportunity to remove the pillars.

That way we’d get the additional capacity, improved sight lines and (hopefully) better atmosphere all together.

Remodeling the Kop would be the most cost effective way of increasing capacity and at the same time improving facilities in the most populated part of the stadium.
Safe standing should be at the front of the Kop with access via separate turnstiles. This would give additional safety for all.

 

[ancientblade]

Let's not get too carried away. If we lose on Saturday, we lose our 'stars' and things will not look so rosy.

we wont lose !!

 

[Paul1963]

I definitley agree with the big subsidy for kids. £20 for an Under 10, £50 for an Under 16,

But we would massively need to increase stewarding stopping free loaders trying to get in on kids tickets. I see so many 'Adults' who come through the turnstyles with the concessions light lit up.

Oap tickets show the same as other concessions I think, mine usually lights up yellow and did the same when I used the wrong card a few weeks ago

 

[mattbianco1]

Season ticket holders could buy as many tickets as they wanted (I don't think there was a limit - I bought 7 together) for other season ticket holders by adding them to Family and Friends.

That's not what they meant.

As long as your family/friend was eligible, then yes, you could add as many as you liked to your transaction.

What they meant was ST holders should have been able to purchase 4 tickets under their name. I don't agree with this in the first wave. I think under general sale conditions it would have been fine

 

[Willmark]

Handfuls only - less than a dozen, mostly singles, in most sections - apart from 523 where there are around 40.

About 150 in the top 5xx blocks, although I think there is over a 100 hidden in block 525 as well
100 in the middle 2xx blocks
About 340 in the bottom 1xx blocks....
Cut off time is 5pm TODAY

 

[Flatulent_Bob]

Remodeling the Kop would be the most cost effective way of increasing capacity and at the same time improving facilities in the most populated part of the stadium.
Safe standing should be at the front of the Kop with access via separate turnstiles. This would give additional safety for all.

Why safe standing at the front rather than the back where most of those that want to stand are currently?
The front should be more accessible, not making those who are less able, walk up steps to the back in order to sit. Have the standing section at the back and then it’s not an issue.

 

[reedy63]

I counted all the seats in each block the blocks with the most seats available.
Block 119-48 and block 120-200 approx.
blocks 105- 1, block 109- 1, block 122- 8, block 123-7-bottom tier at Wembley Stadium.
middle tier-Club Wembley- block 206-8, block 216- 77, block 222-2block 233-5.
top tier, blocks 502 to 512, less than 10 in each block. block 515-10 blocks 516 to 522, less than 10 in each block.
block 523-28 block 524-5. Less than 500 tickets left, assuming no other club Wembley block open.
We could have sold 35k. Snap up your tickets if you have not purchased yet.
The deadline is 5 pm today. Have a safe journey down to London and Back.
I am travelling down to London and back.
Have a great time, and hopefully, we will all be celebrating..

 

[Wincobank S9 Blade]

I’d like to see a few thousand ‘safe standing’ added by extending at the back of the Kop. It would mean replacing the roof, which would be an opportunity to remove the pillars.

That way we’d get the additional capacity, improved sight lines and (hopefully) better atmosphere all together.

Think this has to be the immediate priority

 

[Mackem magic]

we wont lose !!

I'd wager you wouldn't put down lots of money on that absolutely certain prediction of yours.....lol.

 

[Ndiayewillalwaysloveyou]

Weerz final count before 5pm

 

[Malaga Blade]

I'd wager you wouldn't put down lots of money on that absolutely certain prediction of yours.....lol.

It’s going either way, hopefully be a great game!

 

[Mackem magic]

It’s going either way, hopefully be a great game!

I'm just going to enjoy the day come what may. I won't be in bits if we lose, as personally I still think it's too early for us. The only positive will be parachute payments after a woeful season. In fact I think I put down this as my opening gambit on here.

 

[Blade56]

I definitley agree with the big subsidy for kids. £20 for an Under 10, £50 for an Under 16,

But we would massively need to increase stewarding stopping free loaders trying to get in on kids tickets. I see so many 'Adults' who come through the turnstyles with the concessions light lit up.

AI cameras will sort that soon nough. Feckin supporters, it’s theft however you look at it

 

[Blade56]

Got to say I’m amazed at how many die hard Blades aren’t going. All in upper age group sick of shelling out and being disappointed.

I just can’t not go

 

[Blades1971]

Saturday should be all about the fans. Not the player's , manager, owners.
None of the player's, owners, managers have been through what the fans over the last god knows how many years.
Fans are mostly ordinary working class, who have to make financial sacrifices to go to Wembley..
Do they mind? No. Providing the team turns up and leaves everything on the pitch.
All the player's have to do is think about all of the above and think about the fans.
As the saying goes
"WHEN SATURDAY COMES"

 

[Jon Bon II]

Why safe standing at the front rather than the back where most of those that want to stand are currently?
The front should be more accessible, not making those who are less able, walk up steps to the back in order to sit. Have the standing section at the back and then it’s not an issue.

The extension to the back of the kop is planned to be a steeper rake, like what the whole top half should have been if it hadn't have been overseen by the couple of charlatans that were Hinchcliffe and Woolhouse. I think that may be too steep for standing in today's sanitised society, which is why it might be beneficial to put any standing at the front. My guess is, and it's only a guess, is if safe standing comes to the kop, it will be top to bottom in one of the side blocks.