Chelsea will be in Bristol on Sunday facing Manchester United in the 2026 Subway Women’s League Cup final and Blues fans travelling to support the team may find the following details useful. They include travel guidance and Fan Zone information…

The match will be played at Bristol City’s Ashton Gate Stadium with kick-off on Sunday at 2.15pm.

A guide to the day produced by the competition organisers can be obtained by clicking the below link:

Tickets still available

Seats are on sale for the South Stand which has been allocated to Chelsea supporters.

Key matchday timings

11.15am – Fan Zone and bar area open
12.15pm – General admission turnstiles open
1.45pm – Fan Zone closes
2.15pm – Kick-off
From final whistle - Independence Sports Bar reopens for post-match party next to the Fan Zone

Stadium info

Address:
Ashton Gate Stadium, Ashton Road, Bristol, BS3 2EJ

Telephone:
0117 963 0600

Fan Zone

The Fan Zone, which is open between 11.15am and 1.45pm, is located near the South Stand and will feature a DJ, skill tests, a photo opportunity with the League Cup trophy, food giveaways, face painting, refreshment stalls and more.

Travel directions

Resident parking schemes, a clean air zone and temporary road closures will be in place near the stadium. Therefore, fans are strongly advised not to drive to Ashton Gate.

By train

Bristol Temple Meads is the mainline station in Bristol with trains running directly to most parts of the UK. The station is approximately a 40-minute walk to and from Ashton Gate Stadium.

By bus

WSL Football’s pre-booked matchday shuttle bus service from Temple Meads and two park-and-ride zones is now fully booked. For those with bookings, the last buses after the match depart the stadium at 5.45pm.

There are plenty of regular bus routes in operation and the simplest way to find a route is to click here to use this journey planner

By foot

A map of walking routes across Bristol that lead to Ashton Gate Stadium is below. More information on each walk can be found by clicking here

Accessibility and accessible parking

Information on accessible parking is in the general travel guide available by clicking here

Chelsea flags

Fans with tickets for the South Stand will find a flag on their seat and are encouraged to wave it to help support the team.

Bag and refreshments policy

  • Bags larger than A4 size are not permitted in the stadium

  • Plastic and metal water bottles are allowed (up to 750ml). Water fountains are available inside the venue.

  • Professional cameras, cane umbrellas and buggies are not permitted

In-seat drinking

Supporters will have the option to enjoy alcoholic drinks from their seats, as part of the WSL’s ongoing Fan Choice Pilot. If you do choose to enjoy a drink from your seat, please drink responsibly.

If help or assistance is needed

Look out for Here to Help Volunteers in pink jackets if you have any questions or would like directions around the stadium.