Auckland FC vs Melbourne City - A-League Elimination Final 2026

The game is happening at Go Media Stadium. Located in Penrose, Auckland. You can find directions to the venue here. 

• The Box Office is open at 3pm and is located at Gate B

• Gates open at 3.30pm

• Kick off is at 5pm

Please note that this is knock-out football, so if the match is a draw at the end of 90 minutes then it would go to extra time (2x 15 minute halves) and possibly penalties. 

 

Travel on regular Auckland Transport bus and rail services is included with your match ticket. That means you can travel to and from the stadium for free to support your team. For exact details, please check Auckland Transport's matchday guidance.

It's easy to reach Go Media Stadium on public transport with bus and train services from the City Centre and beyond. Our nearest train station is Penrose, from there it is around a 12-minute walk to the stadium.

Plan your journey using the Auckland Transport app or Journey Planner here.

Please refer to your ticket and enter only via the gate shown on your ticket. Stadiums staff, volunteers and wayfinding signage will assist you with directions upon arriving at the venue. 

Yes. Unless specifically stated the match will take place rain, hail or shine. Go Media Stadium is predominately an uncovered venue so please be prepared with a poncho or raincoat should wet weather be forecasted.

Lilyworld is Go Media Stadium's very own garden bar that hosts pre-match and post-match parties for every Auckland FC game. You can expect a great atmosphere, music, food & drink specials, and much more!

Contact the Auckland Stadiums team at lostproperty@aucklandstadiums.co.nz for lost property.

Yes you can. Apply to volunteer for this match here. We wouldn't be able to do what we do without our volunteers! And we are always looking for as many volunteers as possible. Volunteering can be a great way to get experience for your resume, and help your community out at the same time. 

In the interest of patron safety, there will be some road closures in place for this event. We will confirm the details of these closures asap.

Tickets can be purchased via Ticketmaster here.

We cannot guarantee the validity or authenticity of tickets purchased from third-party sellers or individuals selling on other online marketplaces. Non-valid tickets will be refused entry. 

Tickets will be sent out closer to the event. Please contact Ticketmaster for any ticketing queries or visit here.

Yes. The Box Office is open at 3pm and is located at Gate B.

Please note, the box office is cashless.

Children aged two years old and under don’t require a ticket as long as they sit on an accompanying adult’s lap.  If the child is occupying a seat, a ticket needs to be purchased.  A ‘child’ ticket is required for any children aged between 3-15, as per their age on the day of the match. 

No general onsite parking is available for this match.

In the interest of patron safety, there will be some parking restrictions in place for this event:

There is no parking available onsite. However, we have a new Charter Bus drop-off/pick-up location available on Station Road. This is located opposite 143 Station Road.

See here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fBRuNGYcBQhwVTzA9

Mobility parking is available only to patrons with a valid mobility permit.

We recommend getting dropped off at O'Rorke Road and waiting with the guard, who can radio for buggy transport as the road doesn't close until kick off. (Make sure you're here before kick off)

Go Media Stadium is a mobility friendly venue. Please contact the Ticketmaster Contact Centre if you require wheelchair or accessible seating bookings, or are otherwise unable to complete a ticket purchase online.
Please call: 09 970 9711 or visit www.ticketmaster.co.nz/help.

Mobility parking onsite at Go Media Stadium is now bookable online. The mobility parking allocation has been expanded but remains extremely limited. 

To request a mobility parking space onsite, please email us here.

A booking form will be sent out to those who have requested a space. Once you receive the link, please fill out the form ASAP and email us with any questions.

Please note that there is also limited mobility parking available on a first-in, first-served basis on Beasley Ave. As Beasley Ave. is closed to the public, you will need to present your mobility parking permit to access the road.

The dedicated mobility entrance gates are Gate B or Gate C,and Gate A is fine. There will also be mobility volunteers onsite to assist with golf carts to help get you to your seat once inside the venue. You can identify our friendly mobility volunteers by their blue hi-vis jackets. 

For a full breakdown of items please visit our conditions of entry here.

Please note the below advice for the dress code and for bringing signs and umbrellas into the venue.

Yes. 

• For safety reasons, footwear is to be worn at all times.
• We do not permit gang patches or gang paraphernalia to be displayed.
• No high-visibility vests or clothing may be worn.

Families of all ages are welcome at AFC matches. Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times and have purchased a valid ticket.  

Children aged 2 and under can enter for free but must sit on a parent or guardian’s lap. 

Banners, flags (without poles) and posters made from soft materials such as cloth, cardboard or paper are permitted. Signs should not be larger than A1 in size and must not obstruct the view of other patrons.

Larger banners and flags with poles will only be allowed into the venue once they have been reviewed and approved by the stadium security team before arrival to the gate. Please email us at info@aucklandstadiums.co.nz to seek approval before matchday.

Banners that exceed the maximum size or that have not been approved may be denied entry.

Yes, umbrellas are permitted for sporting events. Patrons are not permitted to open umbrellas while in their seats.

There are no pass outs for this match. If you exit the venue, you will not be able to re-enter.

Yes, umbrellas are permitted for sporting events. Patrons are not permitted to open umbrellas while in their seats.