The Grecians are in Emirates FA Cup third round action this Saturday, heading to Manchester to take on Premier League giants Manchester City for the first time at the Etihad Stadium.

Were you one of the lucky ones to get a ticket? Check out all you need to know below:

Match Tickets

Tickets for Exeter City's Emirates FA Cup third round clash with Premier League side Manchester City are now SOLD OUT!

All 7,800 tickets in the South Stand of the Etihad Stadium have now been snapped up! Should there be any returns they will go straight back to sale at tickets.ecfc.co.uk.

All supporters who have purchased tickets for our Emirates FA Cup tie at Manchester City will have now been emailed their tickets for the fixture. These will have come through the regular ‘Box Office’ email address. If you cannot see this in your regular inbox, please the check your spam/junk folder.

At Manchester City’s request, these e-tickets are .pdf file tickets only, and cannot be added to your Apple or Google Wallet. You can either keep these tickets on your phone as e-tickets, or print these out on a piece of paper.

Supporters are reminded that your tickets cannot be resold to other supporters, and most definitely not at an inflated price.

If you are having any issues with accessing your tickets, please contact: tickets@ecfc.co.uk.

The Stadium

• Name: Etihad Stadium
• Opened: 2002
• Capacity: 53,600
• Address: Etihad Stadium, Etihad Campus, Manchester M11 3FF

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The Etihad Stadium is the home of Premier League club Manchester City, with a domestic football capacity of 53,600, making it the 7th-largest football stadium in England and 11th-largest in the United Kingdom.

Travel Guide

By Car

The address for the Etihad Stadium is Etihad Stadium, Etihad Campus, Manchester M11 3FF and it takes around four hours and twenty minutes each way by car.

By Train

The train from Exeter St Davids to Manchester Piccadilly takes around four and a half hours and requires two changes. You can then get a train to Ashbury Rail Station which is the closest to the stadium and requires a ten minute walk.

Click here to plan your journey.

By Tram

Etihad Campus has its own tram stop which helps to connect the site to areas across Greater Manchester, especially on match days. From the city centre, journeys take around 10-15 minutes depending upon your location.

Tram services run between Etihad Campus and the city centre every six minutes, Monday to Saturday. Etihad Campus is located in Zone 2. A return ticket from Manchester city centre costs £3.50 for an adult, and less for children.

All trams and tram stops are accessible for wheelchair users.

Every tram stop includes:

• A ramp, lift, or escalator - for the latest service updates for lifts and escalators at your stop, visit our dedicated webpage
• Step-free access for wheelchair users and people with pushchairs
• Platforms with tactile edges for visually impaired passengers 

Every tram has:

• An area for people who use  wheelchairs
• Space for pushchairs
• Seats marked for people who have trouble standing
• Emergency call points 

Parking

Blue Badge Parking

Please note that all blue badge parking is now sold out at the stadium.

Car Parking

Car parking must be pre-booked in advance. Parking is not available on the day. Please click here to book parking

Coaches and minibuses for the visiting team can be parked on the Grey Car Park, opposite the away fan turnstiles. 

Parking in the City Centre 

There are thousands of car parking spaces available in Manchester city centre for fans, including car parks near the city's universities, such as Booth Street West car park off Oxford Road.

The walk to the Etihad Stadium is approximately 30 minutes from Booth Street West car park. If you are driving, take a look at Transport for Greater Manchester's city centre parking map or consider using a Metrolink Park and Ride site.

Grecian Travel

Coach Travel is available online to purchase. You will only be able to purchase Coach Travel once you have purchased your tickets for the Manchester City fixture. Any under-18s MUST travel with an Adult.

We will be running coaches from Exeter City Centre, Cullompton (M5 J28), Tiverton (M5, J27), and Taunton (M5, J25).

At the Stadium

Turnstiles open two hours before kick-off. The Etihad Stadium is a cashless venue, so cash payments will not be accepted.

Stadium Map

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Matchday Timings 

Supporters are advised to arrive no later than 60 minutes before kick off. 

Turnstiles

Make sure you know your entrance and go to the correct one to enter the stadium. Away fans should use entrances  L1,  L2, and  L3  for the South Stand. 

Re-admission

Manchester City operates a strict no re-admission policy and there will not be an opportunity to leave and re-enter the stadium.

Under-14s

Supporters under-14 are not allowed to enter the stadium without an Adult (over-18). As a result, and in-line with reasonable adjustments, any supporter who is under-14 must attend with their parent/guardian and are required to pay the prevailing rate for both their seats. For the avoidance of doubt, this applies to all disabled supporters, whether walking ambulant or who require the use of a wheelchair.

Over-14 and under-18

Supporters over-14 and under-18 can enter the stadium unaccompanied however they are not allowed to be responsible for another supporter. Only supporters 0ver-18 can be responsible for a child under-18.

Bag Policy

Arrive early to allow plenty of time for our security checks. Only small handheld bags no larger than A4 size (12”x8”x3”) will be accepted.

Backpacks, holdalls, rucksacks, or any similar items, regardless of size, will not be allowed into the stadium. If you bring a bag larger than the allowed size, you can use the bag drop facilities (locations shown below) to securely store your items until the match is over.

The bag drop service costs £10 per item. There is a bag drop located in the 'Grey' car park within the away fan compound.

Food and Drink

Outside the East Stand, there will be food units, a bar and a retail pop-up. Concessions on the concourse will be open until the end of half-time. The Etihad Stadium is a cashless venue, so cash payments will not be accepted.

A variety of hot and cold food and beverages are available, including several Halal and Vegan options.

Pubs in the local vicinity are used by home supporters. We ask for your cooperation both in and around the local community and that you are respectful of the surrounding residential areas as drinking is not allowed in public areas across Greater Manchester.

Matchday Programme

Make sure you get your hands on the official matchday programme, which costs £4, because it really is the perfect way to get you in the mood for the big game.

After the Match

In consultation with Greater Manchester Police, visiting supporters may be asked to remain in the stadium for a short time until the immediate areas clear. You will be informed of this during the match via PA announcements. We will ensure you can exit the stadium as soon as possible to commence your return journey.

Total Distance

The journey from Exeter is 219 miles and it takes around four hours and twenty minutes each way.

Thank You

To all 7,800 Grecians making the trip - we thank you for your support. Sing loud and proud and show off the best of Exeter City on Saturday!