“It is ridiculous, Chelsea is more than that” – UK Prime Minister received strong warning after latest Chelsea decision
According to reports, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been warned that there’s no excuse for not letting Chelsea fans attend the FA Cup semi-final against Crystal Palace at Wembley next month.
However, This is according to Julian Knight, Chair of the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee, and MP for Solihull.
Chelsea are currently banned from selling tickets to games following sanctions placed on Roman Abramovich in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
In a meeting with the FA and the Premier League, Knight said: “It is ridiculous that we face the prospect of a half full Wembley for the Chelsea vs Palace FA cup semi-final.
“Chelsea is more than just its owner, it’s a living organism with huge importance to its fans and community.”
“It was understandable that, at short notice, last week’s game against Middlesbrough went ahead without Chelsea fans but, with this much notice, the FA have no excuse for excluding them.”
Knight suggested that all proceeds earned from selling tickets to Chelsea fans for the game are donated to Ukrainian victims of Russia’s invasion, ensuring no profits end up in Abramovich’s pocket.
He added: “The FA must be allowed to sell tickets to Chelsea fans so long as all money goes to the people of Ukraine.”