Real Sociedad reverses paid trophy photo plan after fan backlash
Real Sociedad initially announced a paid exhibition (3-6 euros) for fans to take photos with the Copa del Rey trophy, sparking anger among members and fans who felt the club was profiting from a historic win. After backlash, the club reversed course, offering free photo opportunities with the trophy at Anoeta stadium once construction finishes, while the paid exhibition continues separately.
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Real Sociedad Announces Free Photo with Copa del Rey Trophy After Fan Backlash
Real Sociedad has announced that fans will be able to take free photos with the Copa del Rey trophy at Anoeta stadium once ongoing construction works are completed, starting April 18. The decision came after listening to member feedback. The club clarified that a previously announced fee of six euros for non-members and three for members applies to a separate exhibition covering the club's historical successes, particularly the recent Copa del Rey victory won on April 18 in Seville. The free photo opportunity with the trophy itself will be available after the works finish, reversing an earlier plan that had caused controversy among supporters.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaReal Sociedad Reverses Policy, Will Allow Free Photo with Copa del Rey Trophy
Real Sociedad has announced that fans will be able to take a free photo with the Copa del Rey trophy, won on April 18 in Seville, once ongoing stadium improvement works at Anoeta are completed. This decision reverses a previous policy announced on June 9, which charged 6 euros for non-members and 3 euros for members to have a photo taken with the trophy as part of a summer exhibition. The original plan caused significant backlash among club members, who had already made substantial financial sacrifices to travel to Seville for the final. The club clarified that the paid exhibition, running from June 19 to August 31, will feature historical documents and photographs about the club's successes, including the recent Copa title. The free photo opportunity will be available separately after the works finish, when security and logistics permit.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaReal Sociedad Reverses Decision, Will Allow Free Photo with Copa del Rey Trophy
Real Sociedad announced it will allow fans to take free photos with the Copa del Rey trophy at Anoeta once ongoing construction work is completed, reversing a previous decision to charge for the opportunity. The club had initially announced a paid exhibition from June 19 to August 31, charging six euros for non-members and three euros for members, with a group discount of 2.5 euros. This caused significant backlash among members, who had already spent heavily to travel to Seville for the April 18 final victory. In response, the club issued a clarifying statement, explaining the paid exhibition replaces the usual Anoeta tour due to construction, and confirmed a free photo option will be available after safety and logistics allow, starting from April 18.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaReal Sociedad to Charge Fans for Photos with Copa del Rey Trophy, Angering Members
Real Sociedad will open an exhibition titled 'GUazen KOPAREKIN' from June 19 to August 31, allowing fans to be photographed with the Copa del Rey trophy won on April 18. The general admission price is six euros, reduced to three euros for members, season ticket holders, and shareholders, and 2.5 euros for groups of at least four. The exhibition includes documents, photographs, and visual stories about the title. However, many members have expressed anger on social media over the decision to charge for photos, following previous controversy over ticket prices for the final match. Reservations must be made through the club's website, with 30-minute time slots available in morning and afternoon shifts.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaReal Sociedad to Charge Fans for Photos with Copa del Rey Trophy, Sparking Anger
Real Sociedad will open an exhibition titled 'GUazen KOPAREKIN' from June 19 to August 31, allowing fans to be photographed with the Copa del Rey trophy won on April 18. The general admission price is six euros, reduced to three euros for club members and 2.5 euros for groups of four or more members. Each 30-minute shift requires advance reservation via the club's website. The decision has angered many fans on social media, particularly the 30,000 who attended the final in Seville, as they feel the club is profiting from a historic achievement. The controversy follows earlier criticism over ticket prices for the final match.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaReal Sociedad to Offer Fans Photo Opportunity with Copa del Rey Trophy
Real Sociedad will open an exhibition on June 19, 2026, allowing fans to be photographed with the Copa del Rey trophy they won on April 18 in Seville. The exhibition, running until August 31, will also feature documents, photographs, and visual stories about the title. General admission is priced at six euros, with a reduced rate of three euros for club members and 2.5 euros for groups of at least four. The announcement was made by the txuriurdin club on June 8, 2026, as reported by Marca.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaReal Sociedad Offers Paid Photo Opportunity with Copa del Rey Trophy
Real Sociedad has announced a paid initiative called 'GUazen KOPAREKIN' starting June 19, allowing fans to visit an exhibition and take photos with the Copa del Rey trophy won on April 18. The club states that due to the pandemic, such an exhibition could not be held in 2021, though a free photo opportunity was offered then. Tickets cost 3 euros for members, RS Fan cardholders, or shareholders, and 6 euros for others. Groups of four or more eligible fans pay 2.5 euros each. The event runs from June 19 to August 31, with 30-minute time slots available in morning and afternoon sessions. The exhibition will feature exclusive documents, visual stories about the club's cup history, and the trophy itself.
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