A whole range of questions and answers from after the Arsenal/Wigan game - the last question is the key kick-off knock-back (Copied them all out for those who can't get the link):
Is the KO time dictated by the sponsors? With it being Budweiser, I can imagine it's to make it a better viewing time for USA??
It kicks off at 5.00pm to suit the 5-600m that will be watching on TV worldwide, I don't think they really concern themselves with 20k getting back to Hull.
As a rule, I NEVER leave a game early but left yesterday on the 86th minute for fear of not been able to get the tube back to kings cross in time. Missed the last two goals for my trouble, and had to make my way through a load of arsey sheff united supporters who had also left early. Last train back to Hull is 20:00, so basically going to have to go through the same routine again, and miss extra time if that happens. Either that, or Tiger Travel.
Yesterday's kick off was 4:07, seems the final is 5, so, you'll need to leave at half time! Seriously, won't they put on "footy special" trains for the final? If they don't, I'd honestly choose the bus if I were you.
Surely the train company are missing out on a fortune by not putting on a load of trains. Everyone would go by train for a reasonable price. Arent they allowed to?
Is there a reason they never seem to do this? There is such a need for it that they would easily sell them out
The rail industry structure is such that one-off rail specials are eye wateringly expensive. And there precious little room in kings cross or any other terminus for an extra train. It's a real shame. Blame John Major!
Train fares from hull have been going up by the hour although ****ing pointless if you can't get back in time for your return journey. 25 quid each way if you can be arsed to drop the car off at Doncaster get the train from there. Last train to Doncaster at 22:00
Read the above -what more do you need in explanation? Viewing figures ramp up TV rights payments, simple as.
Hasn't the FA cup played second fiddle to the premier league for the last few years? Haven't they played league games on cup final day? If they have then his argument doesn't stack up- of course the figures will be down when you've got league games on- this year it should be the ONLY game
Surprised you had to leave so early.I stayed for the celebrations, delays in exiting the stadium and the two delays on Wembley Way yet arrived at Liverpool Street which is 3 stops further on at 19.25, though I can understand your precaution
