Bayern to subsidize fans' tickets for Champions League match at Arsenal

Bayern Munich have announced that they will subsidize fans who purchase tickets for the club's Champions League match away to Arsenal in an attempt to soften the blow of the high ticket prices in England.

Tickets for the match at the Emirates cost roughly 75 euros, but Bayern said in a statement that they will have their fans pay only 45 euros to take in the action.

The decision, which will cost the German giants 90,000 euros, was made as a sign of gratitude, according to the statement.

Via Sky Sports:

"Bayern has thrilled the world of European football not only by the outstanding performance and consistency of its team, but also by the fantastic and vocal support of its fans," the club said in a statement.

"It's particularly noteworthy that a large number of Bayern fans support the team not only at the high points but also at every away game.

"It should be clear to everyone that this loyalty involves a great deal of time and expenses... Bayern have therefore decided to subsidise the tickets for the away game at Arsenal.

"This is intended to represent a small thank you for the great support of the followers in the past calendar year 2013."

This is not the first time ticket prices at the Emirates have come under fire. Manchester City fans protested against the cost to watch their team play the Gunners during a match in January of last year.