Get all the important information you need ahead of our Big Blue doubleheader with Melbourne Victory on Saturday 28 December 2024 at Allianz Stadium, brought to you by Macquarie University.
MATCH DETAILS
Sydney FC v Melbourne Victory
Ninja A-League Round 8
Saturday 28 December, 2024
Allianz Stadium, Sydney, NSW
Kick off: 4:50pm AEDT
Gates Open: 4:30pm AEDT
Broadcast Live: Paramount+
Join the Conversation: #SYDvMVC & #SydneyIsSkyBlue #BigBlue
Matchday Partner: Macquarie University
Sydney FC v Melbourne Victory
Isuzu UTE A-League Round 10
Saturday 14th December, 2024
Allianz Stadium, Sydney, NSW
Kick off: 7:35pm AEDT
Gates Open: 3:50pm AEDT
Broadcast Live: Paramount+
Join the Conversation: #SYDvMVC & #SydneyIsSkyBlue #BigBlue
Matchday Partner: Macquarie University
BLUEY TO JOIN THE BIG BLUE
Sydney FC is thrilled to announce that Bluey will bring her boundless energy and heartwarming charm to Allianz Stadium for an unmissable day of family fun on Saturday, 28th December.
Bluey and her little sister Bingo will perform two Live Interactive Experiences before Sydney FC’s Big Blue double-header against Melbourne Victory.
The two performances will take place before both the Men’s and Women’s games, making it a special occasion for kids and adults alike!
SESSION TIMES
SESSION 1: 5:30 – 6:00pm
SESSION 2: 8:00 – 8:30pm
Location: Secret Bingo and Bluey hideout inside Allianz Stadium Moore Park*
For the opportunity to meet Bluey and Bingo please register HERE.
Link will be LIVE from 12pm on Monday 23rd December 2024.
Please Note: This is a ticketed event and requires a valid entry for the Sydney FC v Melbourne Victory Big Blue Double Header. *Meeting spot and times will be communicated to successful registrants.
Live Interactive Experience Times:
Performance 1: 4:30pm (pre-game outside Allianz Stadium near Sydney FC Fan Zone, exact location TBA)
Performance 2: 7:00pm (Main Feature inside Allianz Stadium)
Please Note: This is a ticketed event and requires a valid entry pass or ticket for the Sydney FC v Melbourne Victory Big Blue Double Header. The experience is approximately 18-20 minutes in duration.
SEATING INFORMATION
Members can enter the stadium through scanning the QR code on the back of their 2024/25 Membership Card. They can scan in from the pdf on their device, or they can print the card. If printing please ensure the QR code prints clearly.
For any Membership enquiries including cards not received, Members should visit the Membership window which will be located at the box office at Gate 3 from 3:30pm.
Gates 1, 3 and 5 are public gates and you can access any of these if one is listed on your card or ticket (excluding Cove).
Ninja A-League Ticket Purchases can now get entry to both games, and can use their Leichhardt Oval GA Tickets.
A-League Women Members now get entry to both games with their Membership Card.
IF SCANNING IN VIA A PHONE, PLEASE ENSURE BRIGHTNESS IS ALL THE WAY UP, YOU ARE OFF NIGHT MODE AND SCREEN ROTATION IS LOCKED.
Please head to your gate to scan into the ground.
Flexi Members are welcome to attend this match and can sit in any General Admission Bays.
ARRIVE EARLY
Please ensure that you arrive at the precinct early to avoid congestion closer to kick off time.
Take advantage of the Happy Hour with all Tap Beers & House Wines for only $9. Happy Hour runs from 6:35-7:35.
There will be a Bubble Tea Pop-up available at Bay 12.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR FOOD OPTIONS AT ALLIANZ STADIUM
Fanzone
As you arrive, head to the Junior Blue Fan Zone which is located outside Gate 3 and will be open from 3:20pm.
As you arrive our Sydney FC there will be our DJ will be spinning the tunes to get you hyped up for the evening of football.
Deck yourself out in Sky Blue with our Sydney FC Facepainters and test your skills with our Sydney FC Inflatables.
There will be a score-prediction and quiz competition, along with our non-playing players doing a signing session.
Once inside the stadium, you can take your photos under the Sydney FC Archway which will be located inside Gate 1.
Make sure you tag us @sydneyfootballclub in your stories throughout the day.
Merchandise
You can deck yourself out in the latest Sydney FC gear from the Superstore located on the Western Concourse. Our brand new kits will be available for purchase and also you can add the names of your favourite players too as the Heat Press will be HOT AND READY TO GO!
Sydney FC Members can get 10% off full price items by showing their 2024/25 Membership Card.
TRANSPORT & PARKING
Ticketholders are urged to plan their trip and consider all the available travel options ahead of time.
Public transport is the best way to get to Allianz Stadium with frequent light rail and buses servicing the Moore Park area. Travel on transport is included in your ticket to the game so leave the car at home as parking will be in high demand.
Trains and Metro services run regularly to the City where you can connect with frequent light rail services to Moore Park. The Moore Park light rail stop is located a short walk across from Allianz Stadium. Plenty of regular route buses also make stops along Anzac Parade and Oxford Street nearby.
Consider walking between Central and Moore Park via Devonshire Street and the Albert ‘Tibby’ Cotter Walkway to avoid the queues for transport services before and after the match. See the Moore Park walking route map (pdf 550KB) to find your way.
If you have to drive, allow extra travel time as traffic will be heavier than usual on roads approaching the precinct as fans travel to and from the match. Carpool with your group as parking in the precinct may fill quickly. You can find real-time traffic conditions at livetraffic.com.
Parking is available near Allianz Stadium at the Entertainment Quarter Wilson car park, EP3 grass car park on Driver Avenue, and Sydney Boys & Girls High School car park off Cleveland Street. A flat rate event parking fee will apply.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Valid pre-purchased tickets to Sydney FC A-League Men 2024/2025 season home games at Allianz Stadium include travel to and from Moore Park on the following transport services – just show your event ticket to transport staff when boarding:
- Sydney Trains and NSW TrainLink Intercity services (non-booked services bounded by Bomaderry, Goulburn, Bathurst, Scone and Dungog stations)
- Sydney Metro services
- Sydney metropolitan and outer metropolitan buses
- Sydney and Newcastle Light Rail services
- Sydney and Newcastle Ferries
Remember to keep your event ticket safe for your return journey or you’ll need to use your Opal card or contactless payment method, as you must have a valid ticket when travelling on public transport. Your match ticket is valid on the modes of public transport listed above until 4am the following day.
Note: an additional train station access fee applies for travel to or from Domestic and International Airport stations. The access fee is not covered by your event ticket travel entitlements.
DRIVING
If you have to drive, carpool with your group and allow extra travel time as traffic may be heavier than usual as fans travel to and from the match. Fans are encouraged to leave the car at home and catch public transport to avoid traffic delays.
Driver Avenue will be partially closed outside the stadium from 3pm and will reopen once crowds have safely cleared the area. No through-traffic will be available on Driver Avenue, however access to EP3 grass car park and drop-off areas maintained from Lang Road.
To support the Moore Park Road pop up cycleway, there is no left-turn permitted from Lang Road onto Moore Park Road westbound. Motorists can use Cook Road for access onto Moore Park Road instead.
For the latest traffic information visit Live Traffic NSW or download a real-time traffic app.
PARKING
Moore Park Car Parks
Parking will be in high demand and will fill quickly. Carpool with your group and aim to arrive early to secure a parking space.
- Entertainment Quarter Wilson car park: Open 24 hours. Flat rate event parking fees apply. Entry via Errol Flynn Boulevard from Lang Road.
- Showground Field (EP3) grass car park: Open from 4:30pm. Cashless, flat rate event parking fees apply. Entry on Driver Avenue via Lang Road.
- Sydney Boys High School and Sydney Girls High School: Car Park open from around 4:30pm. Cashless, flat rate event parking fees apply. Entry via Cleveland Street. Use the Anzac Parade pedestrian bridge to get to and from the stadium.
Please note, EP2 grass car park will not open for this match.
Each car park has spaces for Mobility Parking permit holders. For more information visit Centennial Parklands – Parking.
Special Event Clearways
Special event clearways will be in place on roads in Moore Park and surrounding areas from 3pm to 11pm on sections of Albion Street, Fitzroy Street and Moore Park Road, and from 6am to 11pm on Cleveland Street.
From 6am to 11pm
- Cleveland Street between South Dowling Street and City Road (southern side)
- Cleveland Street between Abercrombie Street and South Dowling Street (northern side)
From 3pm to 11pm
- Albion Street between Bourke Street and Flinders Street (both sides)
- Fitzroy Street between South Dowling Street and Bourke Street (northern side)
- Moore Park Road between Cook Road and Poate Road (southern side)
Clearways are strict no-parking zones for all vehicle types, and apply even to local residents and TfNSW Mobility Scheme Permit holders. Check signs carefully as vehicles left in clearways will be towed and a fee applies. If your vehicle is towed, you can search your vehicle registration at the Find My Car website to find its new location, or alternatively call 132 701 to speak to an operator.
TICKETING
If fans have any ticketing queries, they should proceed to the Box Offices which are located on Driver Ave, Gate 3 & Gate 5 which are located around the stadium.
For any Membership enquiries including cards not received, Members should visit the Membership window which will be located at the box office at Gate 3 from 3:30pm.
Sydney FC Men’s and Women’s Members will be able to gain access to both matches and tickets purchased for the original Women’s match will be valid for the Allianz Stadium double-header. T
Things to know at the event
- Please follow the directives of staff at all times.
- Connect to Allianz Stadium Wi-Fi for faster download.
- Allianz Stadium is a cashless venue.
Ticket Information
- Make sure you download and share any tickets before arriving, have your ticket ready to scan and your phone brightness up before you get to your entry gate for faster entry.
- Please use original PDF versions of ezyTickets, screen-shotting the ticket will pixelate the tickets barcode and may cause them not to scan.
- More information on mobile tickets, including how to share tickets, is available here.
STADIUM MAP
KEY TIMINGS
Box Office Opens: 3:30pm
Fans are encouraged to purchase their tickets online ahead of the clash here, however tickets will be available to purchase from the Box Office from 3:30pm.
Junior Blue Fanzone Opens: 3:50pm
Our Junior Blue Fanzone will be open from 3:30pm outside Gate 3, so make sure you arrive early to maximise the fun.
Gates Open: 3:50pm
Isuzu UTE A-League Men’s Kick Off: 4:50pm
Ninja A-League Women’s Kick Off: 7:35pm
SENSORY ROOM & BAGS
During matches, the Allianz Stadium can become noisy and crowded. Strong smells from food and drinks can also be prevalent. All these sensory elements can be overwhelming for individuals who have sensory needs and discourage them from attending events.
Sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation are often experienced by individuals with autism, dementia, PTSD, intellectual disabilities, mental health issues and other similar conditions.
A Sensory Room is now available which is located near the Allianz Stadium Members Cloaking Room and can be accessed by anyone who needs the space. Please contact a customer service team member to assist with this.
Sensory bags are also available and will make your event more inclusive and allow people of families to attend the event.
If you require access to the Sensory Room or a Sensory Bag at a Sydney FC game, please contact a member of the Allianz Stadium customer service staff at the game for more information.
