Viola Stuart Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 Hi folks, Fiorentina fan here in peace with a question! Wondering if anyone knows info or can advise on Sela Cup tickets for Sat 5th-Sun 6th August......basically I'm planning on coming down with my son from Glasgow for both days but there doesn't seem to be any ticket info for away fans. After numerous attempts to speak to someone in the ticket office, I was eventually told that the club are 'in discussions' about ticket arrangements. There's nothing yet from the Fiorentina website or my contacts who can usually order tickets for us. Assume it might be similar for Nice and Villareal fans and we're all given a section of the Leazes stand? Ideally it would be nice to be with our fans but really want to go, so don't mind sitting anywhere in a home section and could register online and buy as a 'home fan' (I presume this is ok as it's a friendly and we're no trouble anyway!) I'm also assuming we can't just turn up and buy at gate as it's a new digital system? Any info on procedure or advice on where to sit appreciated! Cheers, Stuart Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 19 minutes ago, Viola Stuart said: Assume it might be similar for Nice and Villareal fans and we're all given a section of the Leazes stand? I’d assume this would be the case and you’d be in the seats L4A-D (given they’re not for sale currently and that’s where smaller numbers of away fans go when the top tier isn’t open) and if not you’ll be put up in L7. Can’t imagine stewarding and segregation would too officious anyway but that might just be me being lax. It’s nowhere near sold out yet so I’d not worry on that front. RE: turning up on the day and I don’t know if this will change due to digital tickets but it’s previously been more expensive. You know if many are coming over or Italian exiles coming up for it? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 Really looking forward to tomorrow. Only ever done stadium tour at Ibrox, so great to get to properly tick off such a classic UK stadium. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viola Stuart Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 1 hour ago, Disco said: I’d assume this would be the case and you’d be in the seats L4A-D (given they’re not for sale currently and that’s where smaller numbers of away fans go when the top tier isn’t open) and if not you’ll be put up in L7. Can’t imagine stewarding and segregation would too officious anyway but that might just be me being lax. It’s nowhere near sold out yet so I’d not worry on that front. RE: turning up on the day and I don’t know if this will change due to digital tickets but it’s previously been more expensive. You know if many are coming over or Italian exiles coming up for it? Thanks for the info. I think I'll hang fire and see if there's ticket news nearer the time then, assuming as it's not going to be a sell-out. Getting home tickets in Italy is straightforward but for the occasional Euro games I attend, it can be complicated due to security and needing to buy from Italy. I usually get one of my Italian friends to buy and bring over. Last time was the Hearts match in October and I got them via the Viola Club Brussels. There's a few other fan groups based in Europe that like to come over to UK games e.g. London and Paris, so I'd expect a few hundred fans maybe, whereas it would be 2-4k for a competitive game. I'm assuming that there's no need for proper segregation for this but maybe Newcastle will want it as there's fans from 4 nations in stadium at same time? If I can't get away tickets I'll grab some in a Leazes section nearby. At least the hotel is booked! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 1 hour ago, ponsaelius said: Really looking forward to tomorrow. Only ever done stadium tour at Ibrox, so great to get to properly tick off such a classic UK stadium. Been to Ibrox once as a guest of Mrs Ketsbaia for Scotland v Georgia when he was their manager. Me and my dad sat surrounded by people from the Georgian FA and a few ex-Scotland internationals I couldn't recognise. Proper ground though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 Been in Glasgow a couple of hours and already spotted a few Newcastle tops. Tomorrow should be fun Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HWTL Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 I've got a ticket for Rangers end, do you think I'll be OK wearing toon top? as it's only a friendly Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mag3.14 Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 17 minutes ago, HWTL said: I've got a ticket for Rangers end, do you think I'll be OK wearing toon top? as it's only a friendly I personally wouldn't risk it tbh Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ9 Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 (edited) 21 minutes ago, HWTL said: I've got a ticket for Rangers end, do you think I'll be OK wearing toon top? as it's only a friendly Been thinking that myself…I’m not risking it like. Most will be fine, but there are some unbelievably radge cunts that support Rangers. Lived in Glasgow long enough to know that you’re never very far from a psycho ? Edited July 17, 2023 by AJ9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
khay Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 We got any one fit for this who is not a left back? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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AJ9 Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 (edited) 11 hours ago, Hovagod said: Any decent places to drink tomorrow? Drink in the city centre or west end and get the subway into ibrox. My favourite haunts in the west end were Doublet, Inn Deep, Thornwood. For a bit more of a sportsy vibe / massive pub there’s the old school house and bag o nails. All of those pubs walking distance to one of the subway stations and it’s about 10 mins to Ibrox. Don’t really have any recommendations in town like but sure it’ll be busy around merchant city Edited July 17, 2023 by AJ9 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottishMagpie Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 41 minutes ago, HWTL said: I've got a ticket for Rangers end, do you think I'll be OK wearing toon top? as it's only a friendly Rangers don't do friendlies in my experience. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 14 hours ago, Optimistic Nut said: Been to Ibrox once as a guest of Mrs Ketsbaia for Scotland v Georgia when he was their manager. Me and my dad sat surrounded by people from the Georgian FA and a few ex-Scotland internationals I couldn't recognise. Proper ground though. would have loved to have seen the introductions in the directors box: ”I am Scotland’s top living goal scorer” ”I played for Scotland at the World Cup” ”I am Head of Georgian FA” ”I am Georgian Foreign Secretary” “I once contacted the Georgia manager’s wife on behalf of an online forum to establish his interest in the NUFC manager job” ”and I’m his Dad” Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 3 minutes ago, James said: would have loved to have seen the introductions in the directors box: ”I am Scotland’s top living goal scorer” ”I played for Scotland at the World Cup” ”I am Head of Georgian FA” ”I am Georgian Foreign Secretary” “I once contacted the Georgia manager’s wife on behalf of an online forum to establish his interest in the NUFC manager job” ”and I’m his Dad” She actually sorted a ticket for my uncle who is Scottish and lives just outside Glasgow at the last minute when she knew we were staying at his. Lovely woman. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 She was always so welcoming to you that I swear if you had asked her if she had a younger sister/cousin then you would be related to Ketsbaia by now Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBG Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 Its match day guys Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
3Threestripes Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 9 hours ago, HWTL said: I've got a ticket for Rangers end, do you think I'll be OK wearing toon top? as it's only a friendly Yes Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
3Threestripes Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 (edited) 21 hours ago, Hovagod said: Any decent places to drink tomorrow? Louden tavern across from the ibrox underground will be heaving with Newcastle fans.Owner has said away fans are welcome(doesn’t happen with many teams)so it’ll be mobbed very early has a cracking beer garden and the bar and Lou ge is always jumping. Get of at kinning park underground you’ve got..grapes,blue star club(usually have flute bands playing),orange halls,the union,the district,louden2,bellrock and 3 cheers you’ll be welcome in them all. City centre..Oswalds,Toby jug auctioneers,could go on the pikeys tend to drink in the Irish slophouses up the gallowgate so wouldn’t venture up thst way. Bristol bar on duke street is the place to go but it’s well out the way but worth the taxi. Edited July 18, 2023 by 3Threestripes Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MuskyNUFC Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 On 15/07/2023 at 22:02, QatarMag said: Hi everyone, is anyone travelling over to the US for the pre-season summer series? if so, where would everyone be based or staying? I am considering flying over to catch a few games on my own. I just wanted to ask on here if anyone is going to any of the games or if there is fan meet ups etc during the week or on match days while we are playing in Philadelphia / Atlanta / New Jersey as I have not seen any online yet. Thanks. Mark. P.S I am also looking for a spare Rangers ticket if anyone has one let me know as I would be happy to take it. Thanks again. We are flying out of Newcastle on Sat morning going to Philadelphia via Heathrow with American Airlines. Staying in the Marriott Downtown which is very central. Have nothing planned on where to go Sunday lunchtime or after the match. Will be doing a bit of touristy stuff on Monday before a late flight back to London. Heading up to Ibrox for the game tonight first. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancing Brave Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 11 hours ago, HWTL said: I've got a ticket for Rangers end, do you think I'll be OK wearing toon top? as it's only a friendly I would never wear any colours if I was going into an away end, even if it is a friendly. I think it's asking for trouble. If you do wear your top, don't complain if you do encounter trouble all it takes is one fan to take offence and your day is ruined. Not worth the risk IMO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 29 minutes ago, Dancing Brave said: I would never wear any colours if I was going into an away end, even if it is a friendly. I think it's asking for trouble. If you do wear your top, don't complain if you do encounter trouble all it takes is one fan to take offence and your day is ruined. Not worth the risk IMO. In the past I have worn my Newcastle top at both Rangers and Celtic. I was greeted warmly by both sets of fans. Simple rules are a) don't act like a knob and b) smile a lot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dancing Brave Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 2 minutes ago, Rod said: In the past I have worn my Newcastle top at both Rangers and Celtic. I was greeted warmly by both sets of fans. Simple rules are a) don't act like a knob and b) smile a lot. That's good to hear. I just don't think it's worth the risk. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 Just now, Dancing Brave said: That's good to hear. I just don't think it's worth the risk. It isn’t. Why anyone would risk this is beyond me. No upside at all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ9 Posted July 18, 2023 Share Posted July 18, 2023 8 hours ago, 3Threestripes said: Louden tavern across from the ibrox underground will be heaving with Newcastle fans.Owner has said away fans are welcome(doesn’t happen with many teams)so it’ll be mobbed very early has a cracking beer garden and the bar and Lou ge is always jumping. Get of at kinning park underground you’ve got..grapes,blue star club(usually have flute bands playing),orange halls,the union,the district,louden2,bellrock and 3 cheers you’ll be welcome in them all. City centre..Oswalds,Toby jug auctioneers,could go on the pikeys tend to drink in the Irish slophouses up the gallowgate so wouldn’t venture up thst way. Bristol bar on duke street is the place to go but it’s well out the way but worth the taxi. I’m gonna say you’re not a Celtic fan then? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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