Barnet FC opens 72-hour ticket window for season ticket holders
Edgware club gives priority access for EFL Trophy matches against Arsenal U21s and Leyton Orient
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Barnet FC has opened a 72-hour priority window for season ticket holders to purchase tickets for two EFL Trophy matches at The Hive in Edgware. The window began on 3 August and closes at 4pm on 4 August.
The first match is against Arsenal U21s on 18 August at 7:45pm. The second is against Leyton Orient on 10 November at 7pm. Both fixtures are part of the EFL Trophy group stage.
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The Bees aim to bounce back from a midweek defeat and maintain their second-place position in the Sky Bet League Two table.
How the priority window works
The 72-hour window gives season ticket holders the first opportunity to secure seats for cup matches. After the window closes, any unsold tickets will be released to the general public.
Barnet FC said the priority period is standard practice for cup competitions. The club apologised for any inconvenience caused to season ticket holders who may have experienced issues with their seats being sold to other supporters.
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What happens if there are problems
Season ticket holders who encounter issues with their tickets can contact Barnet FC reception on 020 8381 3800. Alternatively, they can email the ticketing team at rofoegbu@thehivelondon.com.
The club has not specified how many tickets are available for each match. It is unclear whether additional fixtures in the EFL Trophy will follow the same priority window process.
What comes next
General sale for the EFL Trophy matches will begin after the 72-hour window closes at 4pm on 4 August. Barnet FC has not announced whether further priority periods will apply for later rounds of the competition.
Questions this report answers
+When does the 72-hour ticket window for Barnet FC season ticket holders close?
The 72-hour priority window for Barnet FC season ticket holders closes at 4pm on 4 August. After this, unsold tickets will be released to the general public for the EFL Trophy matches.
+Which matches are included in the Barnet FC priority ticket window?
The priority window covers two EFL Trophy matches: Arsenal U21s on 18 August at 7:45pm and Leyton Orient on 10 November at 7pm. Both are at The Hive in Edgware.
+Who can I contact if I have a problem with my Barnet FC season ticket?
Season ticket holders with issues can call Barnet FC reception on 020 8381 3800 or email the ticketing team at rofoegbu@thehivelondon.com. The club has apologised for any inconvenience caused.
+Will there be another priority window for later EFL Trophy matches?
Barnet FC has not confirmed whether further priority windows will apply for later rounds of the EFL Trophy. The current window only covers the group stage fixtures.
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