KIEV - Real Madrid fans have returned 1,000 tickets for Saturday's Champions League final against Liverpool as spiralling accommodation and travel costs deter supporters from travelling to Kiev. "It's not only affected Liverpool fans but Real Madrid fans too. - Fans' plight -Liverpool head of club and supporter liaison Tony Barrett said he sympathised with fans over their plight. Real Madrid fan Marcos Sanchez secured accommodation well in advance but his bookings were cancelled and prices skyrocketed. Real Madrid are targeting their fourth Champions League title in five seasons while Liverpool are eyeing their first since 2005.

Source: Bangkok Post May 24, 2018 15:22 UTC