A cap on away ticket prices is not currently on the agenda for the Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) and has not been discussed by clubs recently. This comes despite some fans expressing concerns about the rising cost of attending games.
Adult away tickets in Scotland's top flight can cost up to £34, with examples including Kilmarnock supporters travelling to Ibrox. Hibernian fans attending Tannadice will pay £30, while Dundee supporters at Falkirk and St Mirren followers at Tynecastle will pay £28.
In contrast, the English Premier League has had a £30 away ticket cap in place for the past decade. Clubs in England voted unanimously in March to maintain this cap for an additional two seasons. The Premier League introduced the cap in 2016, noting that away fans are considered "essential for match atmosphere," and away attendances have since increased from 82% to 91%.
The SPFL prevents clubs from charging visiting supporters more than home fans for equivalent seating. However, comparisons with England are noted to be challenging due to Scottish clubs' greater reliance on matchday revenue, given smaller broadcasting deals. Despite ongoing cost of living pressures, attendances in Scotland are reportedly continuing to rise.