From 1999 to 199: Ticket prices slashed by 90% for India vs Uruguay friendly in Kolkata

The Indian football federation announced on Sunday that ticket prices for the upcoming India vs Uruguay friendly match at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) Stadium have been reduced by approximately 90 percent. Block C2 right and left stands, which were originally priced at INR 1,999, will now be available for just INR 199.

This significant price cut follows concerns over ticket rates for India's high-stakes friendly against Brazil, which took place at the Salt Lake Stadium and attracted far fewer fans than anticipated. India had previously played Panama in Bengaluru as part of their preparatory matches for the Brazil and Uruguay clashes.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari revealed on Saturday that the state government will provide free tickets to fans who missed Messi's visit to Kolkata last year. Adhikari invited those who had missed the opportunity to collect complimentary passes via a WhatsApp number. Similarly, Dr. Indranil Khan, the state sports minister, confirmed the same offer on X. Passes will be available for collection at specified locations on October 5, from 11 AM to 5 PM, with valid government-issued photo ID and proof of the previous event ticket required. The India vs Uruguay friendly is set to take place on October 6 at the VYBK Stadium.