After angering Lionel Messi and Inter Miami fans in the United States last season and Oasis fans in England this week, dynamic pricing, one of America’s worst innovations, has entered the world of European soccer.&nbsp;



<a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/la-liga-tv-schedule/">LaLiga</a> side Valencia has announced that it will use dynamic pricing for its matchday sales tickets this season.



<h2>What is dynamic pricing?</h2>



If you don’t know what dynamic pricing is by now, you should consider yourself lucky. Dynamic pricing is when ticket sellers use an algorithm to automatically change ticket prices depending on the demand for the tickets.



Ticketmaster, StubHub, SeatGeek and all the major American ticket exchange sites now use dynamic pricing. 



On paper, the process seems sound. If you buy your tickets at the right time, you could end up getting a bargain deal. In practice, dynamic pricing results in customers getting ripped off. 



You just have to look at what happened last season with Inter Miami to see what I mean. 



<h2>Inter Miami &amp; Oasis dynamic pricing debacles</h2>



When Lionel Messi joined Inter Miami last season, the World Cup winner brought with him millions of new eyes to MLS and his new club. This caused the demand for Inter Miami tickets to skyrocket. Thanks to Inter Miami’s partnership with Ticketmaster–the inventors of dynamic pricing–this meant that ticket prices also skyrocketed.



Forbes estimated in July 2023 that Inter Miami ticket prices rose 500% on average after Messi joined. Some matches saw an increase of as much as 1000%. ‘Cheap’ tickets that used to sell for under $30 were now selling for hundreds of dollars. More expensive seats started going for thousands of dollars.



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Many die-hard Inter Miami fans were <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/mls-accused-of-pricing-fans-out-of-soccer-over-300-tickets-20230926-WST-458693.html">priced out</a> of watching the greatest player of all time suit up for their team last season because of these massive increases. As a result, the club also struggled to sell out Chase Stadium. Less than 20,000 fans saw Inter Miami’s 4-0 win against Atlanta United in Messi’s second-ever game with the club. 



It wasn’t just Miami fans who suffered from dynamic pricing either. Inter Miami away games also saw massive ticket increases. Fans rushed to buy tickets to see Messi play in their home cities. Some Charlotte FC fans paid close to $1,000 for their tickets against the Herons last season. 



More recently, dynamic pricing reared its ugly head in England. Last week, many Oasis fans paid double the original asking price for Oasis reunion tour tickets. This was considered so extreme that the UK government plans to investigate Ticketmaster over its dynamic pricing tactics. 



<h2>Valencia to use dynamic pricing</h2>



Despite all the controversy in the US and the UK, Valencia has decided to use dynamic pricing for the 2024/25 LaLiga season. 



Valencia posted a <a href="https://www.valenciacf.com/ya-a-la-venta-las-entradas-para-la-jornada-1-de-laliga-ea-sports-ante-el-fc-barcelona">statement to its website</a> advertising tickets for its Matchday 1 fixture against Barcelona.



“One of the new features of the 2024-25 season will be the implementation of dynamic pricing for ticket purchases,” Valencia said. “Following the global trend in shows, sporting events and entertainment, Valencia CF will join this practice, which has the support and technology of LaLiga.”



“Tickets will therefore go on sale at a base price, which could increase as the days go by, always subject to various parameters such as the occupancy of the stadium area and the proximity of the date, among others.”



According to Spanish soccer expert <a href="https://x.com/Millar_Colin/status/1830569269337133356">Colin Millar</a>, Valencia’s dynamic pricing has already caused Valencia ticket prices to increase “several times over.” He also called the practice a “slippery slope” for the rest of LaLiga. 



Given what transpired in MLS with Inter Miami, he is right. Hopefully, for the sake of Spanish soccer fans, Valencia backtracks from its decision to use dynamic pricing. It is also significant that dynamic pricing does not become a widespread trend in LaLiga.



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After fleecing Messi &amp; Oasis fans, LaLiga debuts dynamic pricing

LaLiga club Valencia has started to use dynamic pricing for their ticket sales. Like with Inter Miami last year, fans are not happy.

After fleecing Messi & Oasis fans, LaLiga debuts dynamic pricing

Even when they aren’t playing, Manchester City are notorious for being innovative. In a first for the club, they will introduce a fourth kit for the 2024-25 season. This kit, however, is not just another design in the lineup. It represents a groundbreaking collaboration with British musician and lifelong <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/teams/manchester-city-tv-schedule/">Manchester City</a> fan, <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/city-to-mark-special-milestone-with-2024-25-oasis-themed-kit/">Noel Gallagher</a>. Best known as a member of the iconic rock band Oasis, Gallagher’s involvement in designing this kit adds a unique cultural layer.



Noel Gallagher’s association with Manchester City is no secret. The musician has been a vocal supporter of the club for years. He often shares his passion for the English side in interviews and public appearances. His connection to the club is so deep that one of Oasis’s songs, “Blue Moon Rising,” has become an unofficial anthem for the team. It echoes through the Etihad Stadium during home matches.



Given this close relationship, it’s no surprise that rumors about Gallagher’s involvement in the design of a new City kit quickly gained traction. When asked about these rumors during an interview in April, Gallagher confirmed them, albeit with his characteristic humor. “Yes, where have you heard that?” he responded when first questioned about the project. I can’t say too much, but it’s a ‘Definitely Maybe’-inspired third kit and it’s far-out. I’ve seen it, I designed it. It’s got a massive picture of my head on all the tops! No, it’s great. It’s been a real honor to do it for the 30th anniversary. It’s amazing.”



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<h2>Tribute to ‘Definitely Maybe’</h2>



The inspiration behind the new kit is a tribute to the 30th anniversary of Oasis’s debut album, Definitely Maybe, released on August 29, 1994. Many consider this album a cornerstone of British music and played a significant role in the global success of Oasis. Thus, the <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/watch-premier-league-on-us-tv-internet/">Premier League</a> winners may unveil their first-ever fourth uniform on Thursday, August 29th, according to <a href="https://www.footyheadlines.com/2024/08/new-manchester-city-to-oasis-inspired-24-25-fourth-kit-on-august-29th.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Footy Headlines</a>. Aligning the kit’s release with the album’s 30th anniversary would be a fitting homage to both the band’s legacy and Gallagher’s contribution to the club.



The kit itself looks like a reflection of the album’s iconic cover art, capturing the essence of the 90s Britpop era. This collaboration is more than just a commercial venture. The Oasis kit for Manchester City is a cultural celebration that brings together music, soccer, and community.



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<h2>What will Oasis kit with Manchester City look like?</h2>



One of the most talked-about features of the new kit is the font used for the player names and numbers. Designed by Noel Gallagher himself, the font is based on his handwriting, giving it a playful, almost cartoonish quality. This design choice has drawn comparisons to the widely mocked Comic Sans font, leading to a <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/outrage-erupts-over-noel-gallagher-manchester-city-kit-collab/">divided response among fans</a>.



By posting a screenshot of someone writing on paper, Manchester City teased Gallagher’s participation on social media, hinting at the font’s unique origins. The reactions, however, have been mixed. Some fans appreciate the personal touch that Gallagher brings, seeing it as a nostalgic throwback reminiscent of 90s cartoons like Rugrats. Others have <a href="https://www.footyheadlines.com/2024/02/manchester-city-24-25-fourth-kit.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">criticized the design</a>, with some even suggesting it looks like the work of a child with a marker pen.



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Date of Manchester City's bizarre Oasis kit unveiling revealed

This kit is not just another design in the lineup. The kit represents a groundbreaking collaboration between Oasis and Manchester City.

In honor of the Gallagher brothers, who have been Manchester City supporters for as long as anybody can remember, the club’s new third jersey will have Oasis-inspired details.



Throughout their careers, the Gallaghers and the club have collaborated on every single project, which has further deepened their already legendary bond.



Among their many unofficial collaborations in the fashion industry are kit launches, advertisements, films, and the now-iconic Maine Road concerts.



Noel, who is 56 years old, is famous for his work with the band Oasis, where he played guitar and was the primary composer. The band’s albums and songs are considered some of the best of all time.



He and his brother Liam had a major falling out in 2009, which led to the breakup of Oasis. Since then, they have both gone solo. Since 2011, the elder Gallagher sibling has put out four studio albums as Noel Gallagher’s Flying Birds.



This year marks the 30th anniversary of the release of Oasis’ first studio album, which was released on August 29, 1994. In honor of the event, Gallagher has announced that City will wear a <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/tv/the-best-soccer-t-shirts-to-buy-right-now-20240112-WST-482767.html">commemorative jersey</a> next year.



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<h2>What did Noel Gallagher say?</h2>



Noel was questioned about the rumors of a <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/teams/manchester-city-tv-schedule/">Manchester City</a> uniform styled after Oasis during his latest interview. At first, Noel seemed surprised, but then he said, “Yes, where have you heard that?”



&nbsp;“I can’t say too much, but it’s a ‘Definitely Maybe’-inspired third kit and it’s far-out. I’ve seen it, I designed it,” he said. And he joked: “It’s got a massive picture of my head on all the tops!



“No, it’s great. It’s been a real honor to do it for the 30th anniversary. It’s amazing’’, he said on the <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b07pjnhz" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Friday Football Social podcast</a> on BBC 5 Live Sport.



The question then turned to the musician’s relationship with <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/manchester-city/manchester-citys-journey-in-winning-the-treble-coming-to-netflix/">Pep Guardiola</a>, manager of the treble winners. He said that Guardiola politely requested his phone number after their first encounter.



It was then that Noel was invited to interview Guardiola after his arrival at the club. The Spaniard started dropping by the High Flying Birds’ dressing room after shows, according to Noel, and the two immediately became friends.



“He’s an amazing fella. If you spend any time with him you’ll see why his players run through brick walls for him – why players run themselves into the ground for him. He’s got that thing – he’s a wizard”, he added.



<h2>What will City’s Osasis-themed kit look like?</h2>



In addition, The Daily Star confirmed that City would don the unique uniform during the next 2024-25 season. Supposedly, the older Gallagher brother helped design it. ‘Blue Moon Rising’ and other of his songs are often mixed into the stadium soundtrack on game days.



In contrast to previous limited-edition jerseys, this is going to be the club’s third or fourth official playing shirt. The report further cites a member of the Gallagher family. He said: “It’s been in the works for a couple of months and Noel was absolutely chuffed to be asked.



“He’s watched City since the 1970s and the final design is almost there. [He] once had a pop at&nbsp; Liam&nbsp;when he started his clothing line, Pretty Green, but this is entirely different. Both are mad City fans but it is Noel who was asked. As for Liam Gallagher himself, he is not thought to be involved in the collab.”



Photo credit: IMAGO / PA Images.

City to mark special milestone with 2024-25 Oasis-themed kit

In honor of their long-time fans, the Gallagher brothers, Manchester City's new third jersey will have Oasis-inspired details.

City to mark special milestone with 2024-25 Oasis-themed kit - World Soccer Talk

<div><figure class="image"></figure></div>Noel and Liam Gallagher might be the most famous Manchester City fans on the planet. So when they found themselves performing in Milan on Monday night, it only made sense that they would dedicate a song to the most famous transfer target in the history of their club — in the city where he decided to remain.
I suspect they would have preferred singing “Don’t Go Away” to Kaká, but had he actually moved to City, that probably would have sparked a riot in this arena, rather than a sing-along. The video below just barely shows it, but right after the song, the AC Milan supporters in the audience started a chant for Kaká.
(Hat tip to <a href="http:\/\/www.theoffside.com/world-football/noel-gallaghers-concert-tribute-to-kaka.html">The Offside</a> for the video.)

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