Those who do follow the beautiful game are certainly willing to make the financial sacrifices.
Large amounts spent on Britain's dogs.
Lending to individuals in the first month of the year was higher than in December 2005, figures show.
Consumer watchdog the OFT says consumers should be made aware of the costs involved with using credit card cheques.
Financial experts have suggested that now would be a good time to take out a personal loan.
Britons are not doing enough to take advantage of the tax breaks on offer.
Promotion of alternative to bankruptcy.
Consumer Credit Counselling Service report gives mixed messages
Damning new report into the terms and conditions of store cards
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors attacks the current rules on stamp duty.
New research by insurance companies claims to expose the serious cost of smoking on household finances.
The average cost of a house in England and Wales is now more than £200,000
Consumers shouldn't to be fazed by the extent of competition in the loans market
High street spending is still seen as one of the main routes to personal happiness.
Younger generation extremely confident about its ability to stay in control of its finances.
British consumers may have to spend longer shopping around for the best loan deals
UK consumers are increasingly using plastic to get themselves out of difficult life experiences.
Anxiety over British borrowing maybe misplaced.
New study reveals the financial burden of motherhood in modern Britain.
The loans market has only itself to blame for any bad publicity
New research has revealed the extent of the time and costs spent in supermarkets by the average Briton.
New data says Britain's housing market is going up sharply
Don't expect providers of loans to stop extending credit, says one expert.
Supermarkets offer a variety of financial products, according to National Savings & Investments.
Those planning to take out a personal loan is being encouraged to shop around for the most competitive deal.
Mother's Day celebrations will have seen wide regional variations in the levels of generosity
Analysts have urged consumers to be aware of the real costs. | 
