One jersey seller outside Kanteerava Stadium says he’s skipping the game to head to Kerala for an ODI instead. Not because he doesn’t care; but because the tickets feel like a luxury. Rs 850 for a basic seat? For a student? That’s half a month’s canteen budget. Supporters are still showing up; but for training sessions, not matchday. Why? Because they love Indian football… but can’t afford to love it at today’s prices. The real question isn’t whether fans care; it’s whether the game’s leaders see them as customers or as partners. India plays World Cup-bound Panama; and the real test isn’t just on the pitch. Can Indian football build a future that doesn’t price its own fans out of the stadium? Because without them, even the biggest matches feel silent.