Safe standing

[vanderlaans_header]

The only thing I'll ask, is why is football different to any other event? I'm sure most people know what it's like to attend a packed concert, I don't see the difference.

In response, 'it just is'. or was. I don't know how old you are but you may not have experienced two hours in a 'Kop'. I could go to a packed Kings Hall for a gig with my gf in the 70s no problem but wouldn't dream of taking her into the Pop Side.[/quote]

Yes I experienced the 'stretford end surge' as an '8st wet thru' youngster trapped against the supposed 'safety' of a steel barrier. I truly expected to leave the match on a stretcher, either dead, or with at least crushed rib cage. Luckily I managed to fight my way across to a side railing and cling on for the remainder of the game. A crammed Osmaston has had its moments for sure. Anyway If that's what people want at a football match they are more than welcome t

[Ram59]

Comparing safe standing with life as it used to be on the terraces and you're welcome to it is ridiculous. I take it you'll never go on a cruise ship because it might hit an iceberg and there won't be enough life boats!

[vanderlaans_header]

Comparing safe standing with life as it used to be on the terraces and you're welcome to it is ridiculous. I take it you'll never go on a cruise ship because it might hit an iceberg and there won't be enough life boats!

Probably not if I'm honest. The Costa Concordia incident was only 4 years ago and considered to be a modern cruise ship. I would consider that to be fairly recent and by all accounts, a harrowing experience for passengers & crew.