The scoreboard tells one story, but the road that leads to it, the miles covered by players and fans alike, tells another. Every journey, every match day trip, has a cost hidden beneath the surface. And for those who follow the game closely, keeping an eye on the pump price is almost as important as the league table.
An industry source, speaking to Negócios, shares some news that will affect every vehicle headed to the stadium or training ground. Diesel is set to drop by half a cent next week. Gasoline, however, will hold steady. So, starting Monday, October 13, you can expect to pay around 1.701 euros for a liter of Gasoline Simple 75. A liter of simple diesel should hover near 1.548 euros.
Just this past week, on October 6, the average price for a liter of simple diesel was 1.553 euros. These figures come from the Directorate General for Energy and Geology, keeping everyone informed on the changing costs of transport.
Of course, the price you pay at the pump always varies a little. It depends on the specific service station, the brand, and your location. Savvy travelers, whether moving teams or chasing an away game, know where to find value. Supermarkets typically offer the best deals on road fuels. Low-cost operators also provide competitive choices, helping to stretch those important travel budgets further.
Behind these local price shifts, a much larger game plays out on the international stage. Fuel prices usually mirror the performance of crude oil markets around the globe. Currently, crude oil prices are falling more than 2%. This drop comes as the market’s risk premium lessened after Israel and Hamas signed the first stage of a peace agreement in Gaza. Even so, looking at the week overall, Brent crude has climbed about 1% so far, while WTI dipped 0.5%. It shows how global events, even far from any pitch, can impact the cost of reaching the next match.