The Away End

Away supporters' handbook

Away guide

Etihad Stadium

Manchester City, Manchester. Away support sits in the South Stand (south end) (Usually around 3,000 — varies by fixture).Nearest station is Etihad Campus (Metrolink), Roughly 5–10 min walk (estimate; crowds may add time). By road: M60 J23, then A6010.

Venue information verified: 14 October 2026

Note: Some matchday arrangements need checking with the club.

Matchday reminder: Kick-offs, allocations, transport and local arrangements can change. Recheck official club and travel information before booking or setting off.

Upcoming home fixtures

Travel planning

  • Christmas and New Year rail services are often reduced; check National Rail before travelling.
  • Engineering work can affect weekend services; check the operator close to the match.
  • Big local or international events can increase demand for trains and rooms — book early.
  • Kick-off times can move for television; times marked here are subject to change.
Stylised illustration of Etihad Stadium in Manchester
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Getting there

  • Etihad Campus Metrolink — Tram stop right outside the stadium, served from Manchester Piccadilly via the East Manchester line.
  • Ashburys station — National Rail alternative a short walk from the ground for those not using the tram.
  • Driving — M60 J23 onto the A6010; the SportCity car parks are large but fill early and empty slowly after full time.
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Food and drink options

No official away pub found for this ground. Suggestions below are not verified with the club; colours policies vary and fixture restrictions may apply.

  • The Snooker Club Bar, Ancoats — A short tram ride away in the regenerated Ancoats quarter, good food and away-fan friendly. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Etihad Campus food stalls — Street food vendors set up around the stadium concourse before kick-off. Colours policy unknownMap
  • Northern Quarter — For a longer pre-match, Manchester's Northern Quarter is 15 minutes away by tram. Colours policy unknownMap
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Worth the detour

National Football Museum

In the city centre, a short tram ride from the stadium, covering the whole history of English football.

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Manchester Etihad Stadium Tour

Behind-the-scenes access to the dressing rooms and tunnel, book ahead.

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Ancoats

Manchester's former mill district, now full of independent restaurants and bars.

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Off the beaten track

Lower-profile pubs, cafés and corners. Not yet verified — check opening times and any colours policy before visiting.

  • Beswick Community Garden area

    A quieter residential route to the ground through Beswick, away from the main tram crowds.

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  • Clayton Hall

    A hidden medieval moated manor house a short walk from the stadium, rarely visited by fans.

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  • Cotton Field Park

    Green space near the Etihad Campus offering a calm spot before the crowds build.

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Transport alert

Weekend rail

Engineering work can affect weekend services into Manchester; check the operator close to the match.

Local event

Local arrangements

Arrangements can vary by fixture — check your club's supporter information before travelling.

Ground note · unverified

The Etihad Campus tram stop gets extremely busy immediately after full time — expect a queuing system.

Ground note · unverified

Big European or derby fixtures see very heavy policing on the approach roads; leave plenty of extra time.

From the away end

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Away days at Etihad Stadium

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Places to eat in Manchester

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Best pubs in Manchester

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