Arsenal's big celebration after qualifying for the Champions League final has also been accompanied by a strong "blow" to the fans' pockets, as the cost of following the match closely has increased drastically.
The final, which will be played in Budapest, has caused an immediate increase in flight and hotel prices, turning travel for fans into a real luxury.
According to reports, plane tickets from London to Budapest have reached around 900-1200 pounds for a round trip, while cheaper alternatives require long and inconvenient journeys, "Gazeta Express" reports.
Accommodation is also not far behind: over 90% of the hotels in the city are already booked, while prices for the remaining nights have gone up to several hundred euros per night, with some options even over £250 for simple hostels.
In total, a fan who wants to watch the final live could spend around 1,500 to 2,000 euros, including flight, hotel and match ticket, which is also expected to be among the most expensive in the competition's history.
Tickets for the final range from around 60 euros for the cheapest sectors to over 800 euros for premium seats, making even entering the stadium itself a serious investment.
This price "boom" comes at a historic moment for Arsenal, who are just one step away from their first Champions League trophy, having qualified for the final after a 20-year wait, further increasing demand from fans around the world.
In the end, the enthusiasm for sporting success is clashing with financial reality, making this year's final one of the most expensive ever for European football fans. /Express newspaper
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