PLAN YOUR VISIT
We are looking forward to welcoming you to this year’s Soccer Aid for UNICEF on Sunday 15 June. If you have purchased a ticket, please see below for our guide to planning your visit.
Location: Old Trafford, Sir Matt Busby Way, Manchester, M16 0RA
Match Timings:
Turnstiles Open: 17:30
Kick Off: 19:30
FAN ZONE open: 13:00 – 18:30
FAN ZONE
This year, there will be an exclusive FAN ZONE open outside the stadium before the match, running from 13:00 – 18:30. It is free to enter with your ticket and full of fun activities, challenges and chances to win exclusive prizes.
The FAN ZONE is situated at the front of Old Trafford’s main pedestrian entrance, in the large car park area close to the Mega Store. You will need to show your match ticket to enter the FAN ZONE.
If the FAN ZONE reaches capacity you will be asked to wait until entry can be permitted.
Please visit FAN ZONE FAQs for more information.
Getting to Old Trafford
There are lots of ways to get to Old Trafford and we have some useful information and advice before your journey begins.
Travelling by Car
Please be aware that there are urgent bridge works on Thelwall Viaduct on M6 near the Warrington area. The M6 south bound will be closed between Junction 21A – Junction 20 on the 15 June. Please follow diversion signs and leave in good time.
Roads around Old Trafford and the surrounding areas – including the local motorway network – are extremely busy on match days. Please plan your route to the stadium in advance and allow more time than usual for your journey. If you are travelling to the stadium by car, you can use the post code M16 0RA.
Car Parks
Access to car parks E1 & E2 can only be gained via Wharfside Way with the relevant permits. Anyone attempting to access via Chester Road will be directed around the traffic system which will cause further delays.
Travelling by Bike
If you are travelling to Old Trafford by bicycle, there are free cycle racks located at the following car parks:
– N2 (Sir Alex Ferguson Stand)
– E2 (East Stand)
– W2 (West Stand)
Please note, you will need to use your own bike lock.
Travelling by Taxi
If you are travelling to Old Trafford by taxi you can use the postcode M16 0RA. If you are travelling from Manchester Airport, this will take approximately 20-30 minutes and the average cost is £35. If you are travelling from Piccadilly Station, this will take approximately 15 minutes and the average cost is £10. Please Note: Access to car park E3 is via Victoria Place
Public Transport
You can also get to Old Trafford by Bus, Train or the Metro Link Tram Service, please visit Bee Network to plan your Journey to the stadium.
Closest Metro Link Tram stations to Old Trafford
Old Trafford station is situated within a five minute walk of the ground. This station is accessible for wheelchair users.
The Trafford Park line is now open, with the new stops at the Imperial War Museum and Wharfside being just a short walk to the ground. Please visit Getting to Old Trafford for more information.
Personal belongings and prohibited items
To ensure the safety of all visitors to Old Trafford, anyone attending a match is subjected to a screening process prior to entering the stadium that includes a physical and/or visual search.
In addition, there are restrictions on the size of a bag that can be taken onto the stadium footprint and exceptions will only be made for bags containing essential medical provisions/equipment or baby changing items that require larger bags. If at all avoidable, do not bring a bag larger than 20cm x 15cm x 5cm (8″ x 6″ x 2″) with you to the match; this equates to a small handbag. All bags bigger than the size criteria must be left at one of the ‘Bag Drop’ facilities located within the stadium car parks. There is a £5 charge to leave an item at a ‘Bag Drop’
We therefore recommend that you arrive at Old Trafford and get to your turnstile in plenty of time.
Please note no baby buggies / prams or large umbrellas are admitted into the event.
Full details of Old Trafford bag restrictions, ‘bag drop’ facilities and prohibited items information can be found here.
Mosaic:
We want to send a statement of support to our players as they enter the pitch before kick-off. If you are sat in Sir Alex Ferguson stand tiers 1 and 2, you will find a piece of card on your seat. Listen out for the stadium announcer who will tell you when to lift it, and if you are able to please keep it held up until you are asked to put it down!
Pyrotechnics:
Please be aware that the event uses pyrotechnics and may also use bright, flashing lights, strobe effects, lasers, smoke, loud noises, and/or other special effects.
Programmes:
Programmes are available to buy from the programme booths outside the stadium please note that are not available inside the stadium. If you have pre-purchased a programme, please collect it at the designated area. Complimentary programmes inclusive with Premium tickets and Hospitality are available in the suites and lounges.
Ticketing Information:
Tickets have been distributed via email and should be either downloaded as a Pdf File to a mobile phone ready to be scanned, or printed off. Please note that screenshots/images will not be accepted.
Soccer Aid for UNICEF is now sold out. No tickets will be available for purchase at the venue.
Cashless Stadium: Please be aware that Old Trafford is a cashless stadium
Looking forward to seeing you this Sunday 15 June at Old Trafford!