Kairat vs Real: Ticket Reselling Row Overshadows Champions League Showdown
Almaty's Central Stadium is abuzz with excitement as 'Kairat' prepares to face Madrid's 'Real' in the Champions League. However, a social media storm has erupted over allegations of ticket reselling by the sons of popular Kazakhstani performers, Nurlan Espanov and Sauken Maiygaziev.
The match, scheduled for September 30, 2023, has drawn significant attention, with Madrid captain Federico Valverde expressing surprise at the number of Real fans in Almaty. Fans are gathering at the stadium, sharing videos of their support on social media.
The controversy began when the sons of Espanov and Maiygaziev were accused of reselling tickets for the match. Nurlan Espanov's son was offering tickets for 500,000 to 600,000 tenge each, while Sauken Maiygaziev's son posted an announcement offering tickets for 350,000 tenge each. The tickets were removed from their pages following the backlash. The MCHS of Kazakhstan had earlier warned residents about sudden weather changes on the day of the match.
Social media users have been critical of the sons' actions, accusing them of hindering genuine fans and being disrespectful to their nation and team. Up to 20 tickets were involved in the resale, with many fans outraged that they couldn't buy them through the official site while the relatives of the artists had dozens of seats.
The first home match of the group stage for Almaty's 'Kairat' against Madrid's 'Real' promises to be an exciting event, despite the ticketing controversy. The match serves as a testament to the growing popularity of football in Kazakhstan, with fans eager to support their team despite the challenges faced in acquiring tickets.
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