Cartaginés coach Amarini Villatoro suggested club officials find a way to sell tickets to supporters with provincial identity cards, stating he does not feel like a local when playing against major opponents, Diario Extra reported.
Why does Amarini Villatoro want ticket sales restricted to local ID holders?
Following Cartaginés’ qualification for the final of the Copa Centroamericana, Villatoro addressed the looming attendance dynamic for the decisive series against Liga Deportiva Alajuelense. The manager pointed out that matches against Alajuelense and Saprissa regularly feature hostile crowd splits that neutralize home-field advantage. “I tell the board that we must find a way to sell tickets to those with a cédula 3,” Villatoro stated, referencing the provincial identification code for Cartago. “I don’t feel like a local when I play against Alajuelense and Saprissa.” The team advanced to the regional tournament final after eliminating Olimpia in the semifinals.
How is club leadership responding to the ticket distribution challenge?
Cartaginés president Leonardo Vargas acknowledged that implementing a strict local-only ticketing policy presents significant hurdles due to the nationwide footprint of opposing fanbases. “The call to our fans is the usual one, for them to accompany us,” Vargas said. “We know it is complicated against the Liga because their fan base is here in the country and they will probably go for tickets.”
What are the details for the upcoming Centroamericana final?
The first leg of the final between Cartaginés and Liga Deportiva Alajuelense is scheduled for December 2 at 7:00 p.m. local time in the “Vieja Metrópoli” of Cartago.
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