The UK government has amended the general licence granted to Chelsea by announcing the club will now be allowed to sell tickets to away games and cup matches.
The Blues were banned from selling tickets after owner Roman Abramovich was sanctioned for his links to Russian president Vladimir Putin.
But the UK government has now put in place special dispensation for away fans, cup games and women’s fixtures provided Chelsea do not receive any revenue.
UK sports minister Nigel Huddleston said: “The government has today made alterations to the licence to Chelsea Football club so that fans will be able to access tickets to away matches, cup games and women’s fixtures.
“I would like to thank fans for their patience while we have engaged with the football authorities to make this …
- March 24, 2022
