Finals Trip Plan

[FulhamGK]

Ok, so I'm looking over things right now...

Round trip Columbus, OH to London getting in on the 10th leaving on the 16th
Round trip from London to Hamburg 11th-14th

I'm worried about getting a ticket as I'm obviously not a season ticket holder, and I am also not a club member... any ideas or suggestions or is anyone buying any extra tickets on purpose that might have a spare?

Also, trying to do this as cheaply as possible.  Planning on trying to stay with a friend in London or staying in a hostel.  Also, looking at a hostel not too far from the Arena right now.  Anyone planning on going on the cheap?  Or, anyone looking to split costs of a hotel in Hamburg?

I'm curious though, as the only time I stayed in a hostel was a football trip with my collage team, how clean/safe are they in London.  And has anyone stayed in them in Germany or around Europe?  I think the thing I would be most worried about is having possessions stolen while not there.

Any help and suggestions would be appreciated as I would like to get at least the travel arrangements in place by Saturday if I make the trip.