A huge queue formed at the Málaga CF ticket offices to get tickets for the play-off final, reflecting the city's immense excitement for the team. Fans like Álvaro Teruel expressed their emotion at seeing the supporters' response, despite having waited since early morning.
The anticipation was palpable, with queues extending beyond the former club shop. Juan Rodríguez, another fan, noted that the turnout was higher than for the semi-finals due to the shorter timeframe for season ticket holders to collect their seats, highlighting the strong desire for football and a potential promotion to LaLiga.
“"I get goosebumps seeing the people so invested in the team."
However, the club's decision not to include the play-off matches in the season ticket package generated divided opinions. While some, like María del Carmen Ramos, understood the club's need to generate revenue given the challenges of the top division, others, such as Álvaro, felt that long-time season ticket holders deserved a gesture, comparing it to the one euro charged by Las Palmas.
“"I think that for those of us who have been around and been through the bad times, they should have included it in the season ticket like in the Primera Federación."
“"I think it's very bad, because they should have included it in the season ticket from the beginning, even though all the fans have shown up, it should have been included and members shouldn't have to wait in these queues."
Another point of contention was LaLiga's prohibition on broadcasting the matches in public spaces, a measure previously implemented two years ago. María del Carmen criticized the current management of football, pointing to Tebas as the main culprit and lamenting that clubs continue to vote in favor of such decisions. Juan Rodríguez also expressed a wish for screens to be set up for those unable to attend the stadium.
“"They are slowly ruining football and Tebas is the main culprit for all of this, so I wasn't surprised, given who the president is."
