Oasis fan who spent £22k on Cardiff tour sparks brutal response

An Oasis superfan sparked backlash online after revealing he spent a staggering $30,000 (£22,000) to fly his family from California to Cardiff for the band’s reunion show.

The Gallagher brothers’ return to the stage together has created a frenzy among fans across the globe, but few have gone quite as far as this American family, who stunned Brits on social media with their dedication to the band.

A roving reporter on Good Morning Britain introduced the group live from inside a shopping centre, declaring: "This couple flew in from California. The total cost for flights, hotels, and VIP tickets for the family?"

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Without missing a beat, the dad confirmed: "$30,000. Just a little bit over." Some viewers were left gobsmacked by the sheer amount the parents were willing to spend on the transatlantic trip to watch Liam and Noel reunite.

One person tweeted: "I was watching an article on the news today. A family flew into Cardiff from Los Angeles to watch Oasis tonight. It has cost them $30,000 so far. The old saying, ‘a fool and his money are easily parted,’ comes to mind."

Another was even more critical, posting: "To the Yank that spent $30,000 for him and his family to see Oasis you are a mug!" Despite the online backlash this family received, there is no denying that the band’s reunion has become one of the hottest tickets of the year.

Tonight over 74,000 fans are set to pack into the Principality Stadium to witness Noel and Liam Gallagher perform together for the first time in 16 years.

It is the opening night of a highly anticipated 17-date UK tour, which includes massive shows in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, and Dublin, before the brothers head further afield to North America, Mexico, South Korea, Japan, Australia, Chile and Argentina.

Some fans began queuing outside the Cardiff venue more than 24 hours before the doors will open as they are so desperate to secure prime spots for the two-hour set.

Significant measures have been put in place around Cardiff city centre to manage the huge influx of concertgoers. Roads will be closed from midday until midnight, and officials have urged gig-goers to use park-and-ride facilities or public transport to avoid gridlock on the M4 and surrounding routes.

A Cardiff Council spokesperson previously said: "The M4 motorway is expected to be very busy for these concerts – so please plan ahead – and avoid the congestion in Cardiff by using the park and ride at the car park by the Vindico Arena on International Drive in the Sports Village."

Inside the stadium fans can snap up exclusive Cardiff merchandise, including a special 4th July event T-shirt priced at £40. The music kicks off with support act Cast at 6pm, followed by Richard Ashcroft at 7pm. Oasis will finally hit the stage at 8.15pm for a huge 24-song set, which is set to wrap up just before the 10.30pm curfew.

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