On Sun 1 Feb, Man City Women will stride out onto the Etihad Stadium pitch for a pivotal title-race clash against Chelsea Women, in the latest chapter of a growing-star-studded rivalry featuring the game’s best players.
With affordable tickets, easy access transport, photo opportunities, autograph sessions and even a special performance by The Wanted 2.0, City Women offer another unforgettable afternoon of football across a standout date in the WSL calendar.
Alongside an immersive day of nail-biting on-pitch action, Man City Women’s matchday is designed to provide a fabulously entertaining day out for families in the heart of the Etihad Campus.
Supporters are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy pre-match entertainment, which includes a special set from The Wanted 2.0. Founding members Max George – a lifelong City fan – and Siva Kaneswaran bring the group’s first show of 2026 to the Etihad, promising a buoyant atmosphere in the build-up to kick-off. Elsewhere, there’ll be football-themed entertainment, engaging family-friendly activities and delicious food and drink options.
The Blue Carpet Experience will also be returning for the Chelsea game, offering fans the chance to greet the players as the team bus arrives, around 90 minutes before kick-off at the West Reception.
Packed with more games and activities, including skills sessions, photo opportunities and competitions, the free kids’ fanzone allows younger supporters to make the most of the occasion and burn off energy before the match begins. Taking place on the indoor pitch at the City Football Academy, just over the bridge from the Etihad, the fanzone will be open from 10.30am – 12pm, and afterwards, you can join fellow fans in a March to the Match which sets off an hour before kick-off. Don’t forget to download your kids’ fan zone ticket here.
The Etihad Campus is one of the most accessible sporting destinations in Greater Manchester, with the Etihad Stadium just a short tram ride from the city centre. The stadium is also well-connected by bus, and 300 bike storage spaces are available for anyone preferring to cycle.
Man City Women’s accessibility sidesteps the gridlocked traffic and tightly-packed crowds often associated with major matchdays in Manchester, making it straightforward for families, groups and casual fans to attend a headline Women’s Super League fixture.
Check out all the transport options below.
Manchester City Women have been officially recognised for the quality of their matchday offering, winning the Best Women’s Super League Matchday Experience award, an accolade that reflects everything from family-focused entertainment to the unrivalled atmosphere inside the stadium.
For the blockbuster match in just a couple of weeks’ time, it means fans can enjoy one of the biggest games of the season as part of a wider affair regarded as the benchmark for women’s football in England.
Sun 1 Feb, Etihad Stadium, Etihad Campus, 1 Sportcity Way, Manchester M11 3DL
www.mancity.com/tickets/womens
- Words:
- Wolf McFarlane
- Published on:
- Thu 22 Jan 2026
Manchester City Women offer one of the most affordable ways to watch elite football in the UK, with unmissable value for families with sports-loving kids.
Under-16 tickets start at just £5, making the top-of-the-table marquee fixture against Chelsea Women accessible for groups of all sizes. For a high-stakes match featuring England internationals and massive implications for the league title, these budget-friendly tickets provide the chance to catch the best of women’s football for an unbeatable price, as City Women look to consolidate their position at the top of the pyramid.