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Playoff games - ticketing.

ozaddick
ozaddick Posts: 2,852
edited May 4 in General Charlton
I was hoping that someone could shed some light on the processes of getting playoff semi-final tickets please. 

I attend a few home games each season, but hardly any away, due to family commitments when in the UK. 

Due to work commitments, I was unable to experience the last playoffs firsthand, so I promised myself I would get to the next one, if it happened, and, without a momentous balls up, we look good to cement a spot. 

I've set aside the time to be able to return to the UK with my missus to get to both the home and away legs. She's been twice to the valley and seen 2 big wins, so she's a lucky kangaroo foot. ;)

For those of us who cannot attend most games due to location, I guess the likelihood of getting SF tickets would be slim. I believe season ticket holders get first option, and the fans who have attended a certain number of games. 

I also believe there is an allocation slot for Vally gold members, which I hold.  

Would any of you have an insight on the clubs' ticketing process? I'd be much obliged for any help please.

Cheers. 


P.S I'd be very happy if we managed to get 2nd spot, and this post was null and void! 
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  • SouthWest_Addicks
    SouthWest_Addicks Posts: 6,308
    edited March 30
    https://www.charltonafc.com/news/view/5ccf33e769b41/play-off-away-leg-ticket-information


    Information from the Doncaster matches. 
  • 9goalswentpastperry
    9goalswentpastperry Posts: 1,111
    Hello mate,

    I'd say it depends who we're playing. In your shoes I'd be hoping for Bolton and that to be the first leg. Big allocation and a long trek would both aid your cause. And with the second leg to come at home so slightly less clamour for tickets. A second leg away at Stockport and you're up against it. 

    I'd love it to be null and void as we are already promoted. Our lads can win these next seven games, that's for sure.
  • CAFCTrev
    CAFCTrev Posts: 6,007
    I can't remember how it worked for the home game in 2019. Im guessing for the home leg there might be a short priority period, season ticket holders being given the chance to buy a ticket for the ST seat. With the short turnaround all priority periods will probably need to happen over the course of a couple of days so you'll need to be quick. 

    I think the home game will sell out like 2019, especially if it's the second leg and we are winning on aggregate already, again like the donny game. 
  • CAFCTrev
    CAFCTrev Posts: 6,007
    edited March 30

    Here's the 2019 home leg info! 
    https://www.charltonafc.com/news/view/5cc98071771b0/home-play-off-tickets-step-by-step-guide
  • SouthWest_Addicks
    SouthWest_Addicks Posts: 6,308
    edited March 30
    100% would expect The Valley to be close to a sell out. Worst scenario the game is a Saturday or we are at home in the second leg. Excluding Reading, who would fill the Jimmy Seed comfortably, all the other remaining clubs you can put tickets on general sale without needing to put tickets on restricted sale.

    https://www.efl.com/news/2025/february/27/sky-bet-efl-play-off-dates-confirmed/

  • ozaddick
    ozaddick Posts: 2,852
    SouthWest_Addicks said:
    https://www.charltonafc.com/news/view/5ccf33e769b41/play-off-away-leg-ticket-information


    Information from the Doncaster matches. 
    Thanks SW. If the process remains the same, It seems Valley gold members do have an advantage with ticketing. Appreciate your help. 
  • AFKABartram
    AFKABartram Posts: 57,889
    I think you’ll need to manage your expectations mate that the only potential away legs you’re likely even as a favour off someone getting 2 tickets would be Bolton, Huddersfield and potentially Reading. Stockport, Wrexham, Wycombe, Orient would be no’s due to low allocation and high demand from regular away travellers with high points 
  • LargeAddick
    LargeAddick Posts: 32,645
    SouthWest_Addicks said:
    100% would expect The Valley to be close to a sell out. Worst scenario the game is a Saturday or we are at home in the second leg. Excluding Reading, who would fill the Jimmy Seed comfortably, all the other remaining clubs you can put tickets on general sale without needing to put tickets on restricted sale.

    https://www.efl.com/news/2025/february/27/sky-bet-efl-play-off-dates-confirmed/

    Huddersfield and Bolton, in my opinion, would also both sell out the JS.
  • ozaddick
    ozaddick Posts: 2,852
    AFKABartram said:
    I think you’ll need to manage your expectations mate that the only potential away legs you’re likely even as a favour off someone getting 2 tickets would be Bolton, Huddersfield and potentially Reading. Stockport, Wrexham, Wycombe, Orient would be no’s due to low allocation and high demand from regular away travellers with high points 

    I hear you AFKA, I know it would be extremely difficult to get tickets to the away leg. I live in hope mate. 
  • se9addick
    se9addick Posts: 32,074
    If you’re on it the home leg should be ok, away leg will be really tough. We’ve been selling out away games in the league relatively regularly recently, and I doubt the team we’re playing in the playoffs will be keen to give us more tickets than they need to.

    Hopefully you’ll still be back in the U.K. to see us win at Wembley in the final! 

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  • cantersaddick
    cantersaddick Posts: 17,024
    Would getting a Valley Gold membership right now aid this?
  • Off_it
    Off_it Posts: 28,915
    Can I just put my name down for two spare tickets for the final please. Cheers.
  • golfaddick
    golfaddick Posts: 33,743
    Can I be the first to say that whatever the ticketing allocation is for the away leg its going to be unfair & I'm stamping my feet NOW  !
  • BalladMan
    BalladMan Posts: 1,140
    edited March 30
    cantersaddick said:
    Would getting a Valley Gold membership right now aid this?
    If you sign up and pay for 6 months Valley Gold up front (and therefore eligible for priority purchases), yes. 
  • LargeAddick
    LargeAddick Posts: 32,645
    BalladMan said:
    cantersaddick said:
    Would getting a Valley Gold membership right now aid this?
    If you sign up and pay for 6 months Valley Gold up front (and therefore eligible for priority purchases), yes. 
    That is inherently unfair.
  • Bedsaddick
    Bedsaddick Posts: 24,779
    LargeAddick said:
    BalladMan said:
    cantersaddick said:
    Would getting a Valley Gold membership right now aid this?
    If you sign up and pay for 6 months Valley Gold up front (and therefore eligible for priority purchases), yes. 
    That is inherently unfair.
    It’s only £60 
  • LargeAddick
    LargeAddick Posts: 32,645
    Bedsaddick said:
    LargeAddick said:
    BalladMan said:
    cantersaddick said:
    Would getting a Valley Gold membership right now aid this?
    If you sign up and pay for 6 months Valley Gold up front (and therefore eligible for priority purchases), yes. 
    That is inherently unfair.
    It’s only £60 
    You won’t mind paying mine then 😂

    Seriously though why should someone be able to stump up £60 up front just to get themselves ticketing priority? Personally I’d say you had to be a member for a full year before you get such an entitlement.
  • killerandflash
    killerandflash Posts: 69,978
    Off_it said:
    Can I just put my name down for two spare tickets for the final please. Cheers.
    Can I put my name down for two spare tickets for Southampton away next season please. Cheers.
  • BalladMan
    BalladMan Posts: 1,140
    edited March 31
    LargeAddick said:
    Bedsaddick said:
    LargeAddick said:
    BalladMan said:
    cantersaddick said:
    Would getting a Valley Gold membership right now aid this?
    If you sign up and pay for 6 months Valley Gold up front (and therefore eligible for priority purchases), yes. 
    That is inherently unfair.
    It’s only £60 
    You won’t mind paying mine then 😂

    Seriously though why should someone be able to stump up £60 up front just to get themselves ticketing priority? Personally I’d say you had to be a member for a full year before you get such an entitlement.
    I agree, but that’s what the rule is. You need £60 of valley gold payments to be eligible for away ticket phases that include valley gold and you can pay £60 months up front. 
  • gmantaxi
    gmantaxi Posts: 339
    Is it just me thinking, what could possibly go wrong with this thread 🤔

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  • palarsehater
    palarsehater Posts: 12,303
    edited March 31
    If we are to get Stockport and are in 4th position the game will be a 7.45pm kick off so an overnight will be required if going by train. 

    Stockport info from football ground guide:

    Away fans are normally housed on one side of the Popular Side Stand, where up to 900 seats can be allocated across two blocks. This stand is covered; however, several supporting pillars could impede your view if there is a large turnout. But really, for most visiting teams, this area is more than adequate. You can access the entrance to this stand by walking behind the Railway End.

    For the really big games, visiting supporters can also be allocated to all or part of the Railway End, where the capacity is 1,366.

  • MuttleyCAFC
    MuttleyCAFC Posts: 47,773
    edited March 31
    Blackpool and edging into contention. They will need to win most of their games of course and can't really catch us but I wouldn't write them off for sixth. And they will then be dangerous if that happened.
  • AFKABartram
    AFKABartram Posts: 57,889
    Looking back, Doncaster was absolutely perfect. A lunchtime Sunday distance impacting enough to taper demand, and 3,700+ in a modern stand with good atmosphere. Perfect 
  • shine166
    shine166 Posts: 13,933
    edited March 31
    LargeAddick said:
    Bedsaddick said:
    LargeAddick said:
    BalladMan said:
    cantersaddick said:
    Would getting a Valley Gold membership right now aid this?
    If you sign up and pay for 6 months Valley Gold up front (and therefore eligible for priority purchases), yes. 
    That is inherently unfair.
    It’s only £60 
    You won’t mind paying mine then 😂

    Seriously though why should someone be able to stump up £60 up front just to get themselves ticketing priority? Personally I’d say you had to be a member for a full year before you get such an entitlement.
    How would that work ? the membership is only valid for 1 year at a time... so the day youd be entitled to tickets your membership would run out 😝.
  • AddicksAddict
    AddicksAddict Posts: 15,838
    golfaddick said:
    Can I be the first to say that whatever the ticketing allocation is for the away leg it’s going to be unfair & I'm stamping my feet NOW  !
    You can, and indeed you may, but only if you also comment on how we don’t score enough and have a generally miserable tone to your post. 
  • shine166
    shine166 Posts: 13,933
    BalladMan said:
    LargeAddick said:
    Bedsaddick said:
    LargeAddick said:
    BalladMan said:
    cantersaddick said:
    Would getting a Valley Gold membership right now aid this?
    If you sign up and pay for 6 months Valley Gold up front (and therefore eligible for priority purchases), yes. 
    That is inherently unfair.
    It’s only £60 
    You won’t mind paying mine then 😂

    Seriously though why should someone be able to stump up £60 up front just to get themselves ticketing priority? Personally I’d say you had to be a member for a full year before you get such an entitlement.
    I agree, but that’s what the rule is. You need £60 of valley gold payments to be eligible for away ticket phases that include valley gold and you can pay £60 months up front. 
    4 people stick £30 in and they all get the extra bump for tickets, much easier than it being complained about every single year !. 
  • Sheepie1985
    Sheepie1985 Posts: 489
    As a follow on question to this, how does it work for the Play Off Finals?
  • stoneroses19
    stoneroses19 Posts: 7,249
    Sheepie1985 said:
    As a follow on question to this, how does it work for the Play Off Finals?
    Same as normal away game. Restricted sale with season tickets, valley gold, loyalty points. Then general sale after a few days. 
  • cafc4life
    cafc4life Posts: 4,646
    Ridiculous thread when we haven’t even made it yet 
  • guinnessaddick
    guinnessaddick Posts: 28,751
    AFKABartram said:
    Looking back, Doncaster was absolutely perfect. A lunchtime Sunday distance impacting enough to taper demand, and 3,700+ in a modern stand with good atmosphere. Perfect 
    We started the day in 5th, with a few minutes to go we were 4th, scoring right at the end of game to move into 3rd on goal difference. Could be the same this season, so not really knowing who we could get should we be in the playoffs.
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