Sydney FC Women kick off their Ninja A-League Women season this Sunday as they welcome Adelaide United to Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre.
Get all the key information you need ahead of the Sky Blues’ opening match of the season.
When is the match?
Sydney FC Women take on Adelaide United at 4:30pm AEDT on Sunday afternoon.
Match Details
Sydney FC v Adelaide United
Ninja A-League Women – Round 1
Sunday 18 October 2026
Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre, Edwin Flack Avenue, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127
Kick-Off: 4:30pm AEDT
Gates Open: 3:30pm AEDT
Tickets: Click Here
SEATING & TICKETING
Tickets for the match can be purchased online ahead of kick-off.
All seats for this clash are General Admisson and no seat can be reserved, it is a first come first served basis.
All patrons enter via the Main Entrance on Edwin Flack Avenue. If you have any ticketing queries, please visit the Box Office, which opens at 3:15pm.
Sydney FC members should remember to bring their membership card to scan upon entry. If you have forgotten your card, the Member Enquiries Window is located at the Main Entrance.
We recommend having your match ticket or membership entry details ready before arriving at the venue to help ensure a smooth entry.
What’s happening?
As we begin the new Ninja A-League season, fans will be able to create their very own posters in support of the girls on the field.
Plus we will have a facepainter to add even more Sky Blue to your outfits, music and more in our fan zone.
How do I get there?
Plan your journey ahead of time!
With planned train trackwork, road closures and several events taking place at Sydney Olympic Park this Sunday, supporters are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra travel time.
Due to the Pink Triathlon, a few roads around the Sydney Olympic Park region will be closed. Please follow all directional signage and staff directions at all times.
We recommend arriving by 4:00pm to avoid missing kick-off.
Public Transport
Plan your trip with Transport for NSW
Olympic Park Station is the nearest train station to Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre.
Trains normally run between Lidcombe and Olympic Park, with connections available from across the Sydney rail network.
Important trackwork: Replacement buses will operate on sections of the T1 Western, T2 Leppington & Inner West and T5 Cumberland lines. Other services will operate to changed timetables.
Please check your journey before departing and allow extra time to reach the venue.
Driving & Parking
Road closures will be in place across parts of Sydney Olympic Park, including sections of Olympic Boulevard and Showground Road.
If you’re driving, we strongly recommend pre-booking your parking and allowing extra time to reach the venue.
The closest parking options to Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre include:
- P2 – approximately 7 minutes’ walk
- P4 – approximately 7 minutes’ walk
- P1 – approximately 9 minutes’ walk
Parking is subject to availability, and access routes may change due to road closures.
To help you select a convenient parking option, please visit our Distance to Venues page.
Check our interactive map for information about road closures, alternate routes or notices before your event.
What are the key timings?
3:15pm – Box Office Opens
The Box Office opens for supporters requiring tickets or ticketing assistance.
3:30pm – Gates Open
The gates to Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre open, and fans can make their way into the venue.
3:45pm – Warm-Up Commences
The Sydney FC and Adelaide United players are expected to come out for their pre-match warm-ups.
4:30pm – Kick-Off
The Sky Blues kick off their Ninja A-League Women season against Adelaide United.
FOOD & BEVERAGES
Food and beverages can be purchased from the main grandstand, which is the only location at the venue offering these facilities.
Please note that Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre is a cashless venue.
BEFORE YOU ARRIVE
- Have your match ticket or membership entry details ready before arriving.
- Allow extra time for your journey and for walking from the station or car parks.
- Check Transport for NSW for the latest train services and trackwork information.
- Follow directions from event staff when arriving at the venue.
We look forward to welcoming our Sky Blue supporters back for the start of another exciting season of women’s football. See you there!
