I would just like to confirm that i am and always have been teetotal. Since i have known @partickthedog for a number of years now i can only think that this was an attempt at humour or irony.
On the topic of having alcohol while at the football, i have never understood why people going to matches have to get a drink at the match. There is plenty of places to get alcohol before attending the game and also after. I also feel the same about other sporting events and also other forms of entertainment, concerts, plays etc. Also for those talking about the price of soft drinks, they are not cheap, when the wife and i go out for a meal our usual tipple is fresh orange and lemonade, not cheap at £3.50 per glass.