The president of the Russian Premier League, Alexander Alaev, discussed the push to expand Fan ID use across matches in the Russian championship. The goal is to see more fans return to stadiums, a priority shared by the league and its leadership. Even with the concerted efforts of government authorities, challenges remained, and improvements to the technical setup are ongoing, according to Alaev.
Alaev emphasized that the recently adopted fan card law is in place and should be rolled out. The intent is clear: a standardized system that helps manage attendance, enhance security, and deliver a smoother experience for supporters attending league fixtures.
Since the current season began, visiting five stadiums in Russia requires a Fan ID. These venues are Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, Yekaterinburg Arena, Rostov Arena, Solidarity Samara Arena, and the Fisht Stadium in Sochi. The clubs associated with these arenas are Nizhny Novgorod, Ural, Rostov, Krylya Sovetov, and Sochi, respectively. More stadiums are expected to participate in the program during the second half of the season, broadening access control and fan verification across the league.
Earlier, Zarema Salikhova, who is married to Leonid Fedun, the owner of Spartak Moscow, shared thoughts on Fan ID and the policy surrounding it. Her remarks contributed to the broader discussion about the balance between fan engagement and the practicalities of enforcing ID-based entry to match venues.