Champions League: Napoli in Manchester, fan info for Etihad Stadium | OneFootball

In view of the UEFA Champions League match between Manchester City and Napoli, the Neapolitan club has issued a statement to its fans containing all the useful information for accessing the Etihad Stadium and for getting around the city.

Meeting point, transport, and rules: recommendations for Neapolitan supporters

The official meeting point for Neapolitan supporters has been set at Shambles Square, in the center of Manchester, from where fans can move in groups towards the stadium. Local authorities recommend following police instructions and avoiding the consumption of alcohol on the street, which is prohibited both in the city center and in the areas surrounding the venue.

To reach the Etihad Stadium, you can use the tram (Metrolink), served by lines departing from Piccadilly Gardens and Piccadilly Rail Station, with services every 6 minutes and a journey of about 10 minutes. Alternatively, the pedestrian route connecting the stadium to Manchester Piccadilly railway station takes about 25-30 minutes and is safe and well signposted. After the match, return buses will be available near the South Stand. For those choosing a taxi, the pick-up area is on Rowsley Street, but due to post-match road closures, access to the Etihad Campus will be limited for at least an hour after the final whistle.

The entrance for visiting fans is at turnstiles L1, L2, and L3 of the South Stand. Before entry, each spectator will undergo thorough security checks, including bag checks (only small bags, maximum A4 size). Fireworks, smoke bombs, alcohol, drugs, and sharp objects are prohibited. Finally, the club reminds everyone of the zero-tolerance policy towards discriminatory behavior and violations of the regulations, which may result in immediate expulsion and future bans from stadiums.

Andrea Alati

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here.