On Sunday, April 14, at 6:00 p.m., Libertad FC will face Barcelona Sporting Club at the Reina de El Cisne stadium, in Loja, for the eighth round of the LigaPro.
The bullfighters are known for having one of the largest fans in the country, which generates great expectations among fans from other cities who prepare to cheer on their team.
Situation
As is usual in the city, the arrival of popular teams causes a high demand for tickets, which sell out quickly. This means that fans have to resort to resellers, who buy tickets at a price and sell them through social networks, taking advantage of the fans’ passion.
Tickets for this match went on sale yesterday afternoon, with prices of USD 12 for the north and south stands, USD 20 for the stands and USD 30 for the box. It is important to keep in mind that children under 6 years old enter for free, while people with disabilities and older adults purchase admission at half price.
As in 2023, Barcelona fans hope to get tickets at the original prices, with the aim of dyeing the stadium completely yellow, the team’s representative color.
Reception
Despite the difficulties that Libertad faces in the Ecuadorian championship and its unfavorable position in the table, fans recognize the challenges of the Lojano team. However, there are those who consider that this season could be the last in Serie A, which increases the need for Barcelona fans to be present at the next match, especially considering the team’s return to Loja, after the disappearance of Liga de Loja in 2015.
In this context, Jefferson Guerrero Luzuriaga, one of the leaders of the Sur Oscura Loja bar, announced that to welcome the “idol of Ecuador”, on Sunday, April 14, they plan to gather at the entrance to the city at 3:00 p.m. , to sing songs and walk through the streets until reaching the stadium.
Likewise, he expressed that after a meeting, they established that attendees must undergo three controls: the first by the Police, the second by the Armed Forces and the third by the stadium security. In addition, they established that it is prohibited to carry blunt objects, belts, bottles and alcoholic beverages.
Like Sur Oscura Loja, everything is ready since they will have the presence of police personnel and traffic agents, who will be prepared with their contingent to guarantee safety on the route. (YO)