Halfway to heaven
Friday, April 30, 2010 I have just bought tickets for the Scottish Cup final in Glasgow on May 15. A couple of weeks ago people were speculating about the size of the crowd. How could Dundee United and Ross County possibly fill Hampden's 50,000 plastic seats?
I should explain. Dundee United's home support (excluding away fans) is around 6,000. Including away supporters the average attendance is 8,500, putting United sixth in a list of top 20 Scottish clubs. Ross County, who play in Dingwall, are bottom of that list with an average attendance (including away fans) of 2,100.
Today the BBC reports that United have sold 20,000 tickets and have requested a further 5,000. Ross County have sold 11,000 and think they can sell 20,000. Story HERE.
Whatever the size of the crowd, it's going to be a great day - if United win. If we lose, it will be one of the worst days of my life. Watch this space.
Reader Comments (2)
I should have known the "no football" thing wouldn't last that long!
Fingers crossed for you, Simon!