Football fans looking forward to the new Premier League season kicking off this weekend should be on guard against ticket purchase scams, according to a warning from Lloyds Bank. Reported cases of football ticket scams increased by more than two-thirds (68%) in the second half of last season, with victims losing £410 on average.
Fraudsters have been quick to exploit the public’s renewed desire to attend live events following the easing of Covid restrictions, with a surge in purchase scams targeting tickets for concerts (also up 72% so far this year) and sporting events. Top-level football in particular has been a hunting ground for criminals, as they take advantage of fans’ desperation to watch their team, knowing that most major matches across the country will be sold out.
