Manchester United’s upcoming Round of 16 Europa League match at FC Rostov could hardly be further away. The Red Devils will be traveling 2,366 miles for the game, and they’ll have to play in a 15,840-seat stadium.
Going to Russia for a game against a team Manchester United sees itself a tier above is not a great proposition for fans.
To make matters worse, fans will need to pay £118.20 each to have their visas processed before entering Russia. That’s at least one cost the club is willing to absorb in hopes that their fans will make the trip.
According to The Daily Mail, United would pay for the processing of 500 fan visas, meaning they could be on the hook for as much as £60,000.
Of course, there are still many other costs associated with what isn’t exactly the most prestigious game in United history. A roundtrip plane ticket costs over $500, according to Google Flights, and supporters would also have to pay hotel costs. The trip can be driven in 44 hours, though driving through the fighting in Eastern Ukraine doesn’t seem worth it for a soccer match.
At any rate, good on Manchester United for at least doing something to show their fans they appreciate the support. Any fan who’s willing to make the trip to Rostov, Russia for a Round of 16 Europa League Match sure is worth £120.
