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Linesman advises Manchester City players to thank fans
Manchester City's pampered players were given a stark reminder of the lengths supporters go to follow the team when they were advised by a match official to thank fans for spending 62 pounds ($100) to watch the Premier League win at Arsenal.
- Associated Press
- Updated: January 14, 2013 05:53 PM IST
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Manchester City's pampered players were given a stark reminder of the lengths supporters go to follow the team when they were advised by a match official to thank fans for spending 62 pounds ($100) to watch the Premier League win at Arsenal.
As on-field cameras rolled, linesman John Brooks told England defender Joleon Lescott "they've paid 62 quid over there - go and see them." City players were shaking hands with officials amid celebrations after a 2-0 victory on Sunday.
The increasing cost of ticket prices in the Premier League had been a major issue before the match, with City reported to have returned 900 of the club's 3,000 allocation in protest.
Arsenal charges as much as 126 pounds ($203) for a ticket to its home matches.
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