Situated in east Manchester and built in 2002, the Etihad Stadium is the home of Premier League giants Manchester City F.C. Its capacity of 55,017 renders it as the tenth-largest stadium in the United Kingdom. As well as regular football fixtures, it offers stadium tours. In addition, there is a store for merchandise.
Accessibility
The Etihad Stadium’s Sensory Room allows children with sensory processing requirements to watch matches in a relaxing environment. The room offers a view of the pitch behind soundproof glass.
The Etihad is wheelchair accessible and there are 255 wheelchair positions within the stadium. These include 21 wheelchair bays for visiting supporters. Manchester City also offers wheelchair-accessible stadium tours. Moreover, visitors with additional needs may be entitled to a free personal assistant during the tour; contact the tours team for further details.
For more information, please visit its website.
When did Man City move to the Etihad Stadium?
The City of Manchester Stadium was built to host the 2002 Commonwealth Games, and it was subsequently converted into a football stadium. In 2003, Manchester City F.C agreed to lease the stadium from Manchester City Council.
What was the Etihad Stadium called before?
The Etihad Stadium was formerly known as the City of Manchester Stadium. In July 2011, Etihad Airlines secured the naming rights of the City of Manchester Stadium as part of a 10-year deal.
Where in Manchester is the Etihad Stadium?
The Etihad Stadium is situated 1.5 miles east of Manchester City Centre on Ashton New Rd.
Where did Man City play before the Etihad?
In 2003, Manchester City F.C moved from Maine Road to the Etihad Stadium. Manchester City played their final game at Maine Road on 11th May 2003.
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