Match details

Fixture: Panathinaikos vs Chelsea - UEFA Conference League - league phase
Date: Thursday 24 October 2024
Kick-off: 19:45 local time
General admission: 16.45 local time
Venue: Olympic Stadium of Athens 'Spiros Louis'
Address: 37 Kifisios Ave and Spiros Louis Street
Marousi
Athens
15123

Tribute for George Baldock

Ahead of the match, supporters are encouraged to take part in a display in memory of George Baldock, the former Sheffield United player and Greece international who most recently played for our hosts and, earlier this month, tragically passed away at the age of 31. Prior to kick-off, please hold up the no.32 sign that will be handed out. It was his squad number at Panathinaikos.

Travel to Greece

Passport: A valid passport is required to travel to Greece
Currency: Euro
Time zone: Eastern European Summer Time which is equivalent to UK time plus two hours.
From the airport: Metro Line, Blue Line M3. Cost - single – 9 euros, return – 16 euros.

Ticket collection point

Location: Moxy Hotel
Address: 65 Stadiou Street
Athens
Greece
10551

Opening times:
09:00-18:45 - matchday only

Metro Station: Omonia

Ticket Collection Point phone number: +44 7515 797 084

Collection Procedure

In order to collect the ticket, each individual supporter will be required to bring with them in person their collection voucher and their valid passport. Please note, copies of the passport will NOT be accepted and each supporter will need to visit the collection point in person. Tickets are not transferrable and cannot be collected on behalf of other supporters.

Route to the stadium

Location
The stadium is located in the Marousi district, a northern suburb of Athens approximately nine kilometres away from the city centre, where the ticket collection point (TCP) is located.

There are two public transport options to reach the stadium.

Option 1. Metro

Take the Metrofrom the TCP to the stadium. This route is direct along the green line (1): From - Omonia station (directly outside the TCP)
To - Irini/Eirene station

There is an approximately 15- to 20-minute walk from there to the away supporter entry point.

Option 2. Buses.

Free buses will be available which will transport supporters to the stadium.

Due to the timing of the match, travelling by metro or private taxi will likely take longer than normal (approximately 30 minutes).

Supporter buses will be escorted by the police so will be able to take supporters to the stadium in plenty of time for kick-off.

Departure Point: The buses will leave at 4pm from Marble Stadium (approximately 15 to 20 minutes' walk from the TCP).

PLEASE NOTE: These buses will also be available to take supporters back to the city centre after the match.

Entering the Stadium

Chelsea supporters should enter via Turnstile 20 at the south of the stadium.

Due to the number of checks that are carried out, the time taken to enter stadiums is generally increasing so we recommended supporters make their way to the stadium in good time. Late arrivals will inevitably be required to queue and there is no guarantee they will see the start of the match.

Entry will consist of:

Visual ticket check
Search
Scanned ticket check

ID is not required. We advise that you leave your passport in a safe place rather than bringing it to the stadium.

The police have advised that any supporter who is intoxicated may be prevented from entering the stadium.

Away supporter seating

Chelsea supporters will be located in the upper tier. Seats are not allocated.

Prohibited Items

The following items are prohibited:

Weapons
Helmets
Umbrellas
Food and drinks
Laser pointers
Megaphones
Fireworks/flares/pyrotechnics
Gas canisters
Drugs
Noisemakers/vuvuzelas
Flyers and leaflets
Flags or banners larger than 1.5m x 2m
Professional cameras
Animals
Bags larger than 30cm x 20cm x 10cm (A4)

Flags and banners

No flags or banners larger than 1.5m x 2m will be allowed in.

Please note, flags and banners will also be inspected by Chelsea stewards. Any banners that display symbols, images or wording that are not in keeping with the values and standards of Chelsea FC or that are deemed to be inflammatory in nature will not be allowed to enter the stadium.

Bags

The maximum bag size is 30cm x 20cm x 10cm (A4). All bags within this size will be searched.

No bags larger than this will be permitted into the stadium.

NB. There is no bag deposit facility at the stadium so please do not bring any bag larger than A4.

Phone chargers

Phone chargers and power banks will be allowed into the stadium.

Stadium exit

Buses will be available at the away turnstiles to transport supporters back to the Marble Stadium, close to the city centre.

There will be a hold back of Chelsea supporters in the stadium for approximately 20 to 30 minutes after the match. This may be extended depending on circumstances. During this time, supporters will still have access to toilet facilities and refreshments.

If supporters wish to leave before the end of the match, a decision will be made on the night by the police.

Ejections

Supporters who are ejected may be subject to arrest.

Alcohol

No alcohol will be served in the stadium.

Refreshments

Refreshments will be available at the stadium but no alcohol will be served.

Payment

Payment can be made using cash or card.

Police

Please follow the advice and instructions of the police at all times.

Fan Behaviour

Chelsea supporters are asked to cooperate with the authorities, especially in relation to the entry procedures. Anti-social, noisy behaviour fuelled by excessive drinking may result in admission to the stadium being refused.

Chelsea is a club that actively celebrates our diversity. As supporters, we ask that you share our vision of a club and a game free from discrimination that is open to all.

While the players and staff appreciate passionate and vocal support at our matches, there have been instances where supporters have used unacceptable, offensive and discriminatory language. This will not be tolerated. Please be respectful to our hosts and the local community by not using language or actions which may inflame local and current regional sensitivities. This includes any sectarian chanting, slogans or banners.

Racism, homophobia, sexism, antisemitism, sectarianism or any language or actions viewed as discriminatory will result in the strongest possible actions which may include banning, arrest and prosecution.

This includes on public transport and in other public venues before and after the game.

Fans can report such behaviour to club stewards or by contacting the below reporting hotline.

You can call 020 7386 3355

If you hear it, report it.

Assistance and advice

CFC supporter assistance phone number for European away games: +44 7525 591 426

Emergency numbers: 112 or 166

British Embassy
Address 1, Ploutarchou str, Athens, 106 75
Telephone: (+30) 210 7272600

Lost Passports If you lose your passport, you must apply online for an Emergency Travel Document (ETD)

Please note that this document can take up to 48 hours, so be prepared to remain in Greece until it is available for you to use.

Matchday information WhatsApp channel

Fresh for 2024/25, the Chelsea FC Matchday Information WhatsApp channel is a source of info specifically targeted towards fans who attend matches. The content on this one-way channel is to enhance the match-going experience, focusing on useful updates on areas away from team matters, whether they be to aid your journey or time at the stadium, about ticketing, or to let you know about off-pitch activities.

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Safety

As in any other city, beware of pickpockets and bag snatchers at airports, railway stations, around the city centre and when using public transport.

Thefts of passports, wallets and handbags are common on the metro and in crowded tourist places, particularly in central Athens. It is advised you carry your valuables in different bags and pockets and keep a copy of your passport photo page somewhere safe.

Additional Information

Click for additional information from the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.