Why is the Etihad Stadium being expanded?

Manchester City is adding a tier to the North Stand to lift capacity to roughly 60,000 ahead of EURO 2028 and to match growing demand from supporters and tournament organisers.

How do I get from Manchester Piccadilly to the Etihad?

The Metrolink Ashton-under-Lyne line runs from Piccadilly to Etihad Campus in around 10 minutes, with trams every six to eight minutes on matchdays. The walk takes around 25 minutes through the Eastlands area.

Etihad Stadium — EURO 2028

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The Etihad Stadium has been home to Manchester City since 2003. Originally built for the 2002 Commonwealth Games and later converted to a football-specific bowl, it is currently undergoing an expansion of the North Stand that will raise capacity to roughly 60,000 in time for EURO 2028. The stadium sits just east of Manchester city centre with a dedicated Metrolink tram stop (Etihad Campus on the Ashton-under-Lyne line) and is one of two Manchester venues expected to host matches during the tournament.

Quick facts

Capacity: 53,400 (→ ~60,000 for EURO 2028)
City: Manchester, England
Opened: 2002
Nearest tram: Etihad Campus (Metrolink)
From Piccadilly: ~10 min by tram

Frequently asked questions

Why is the Etihad Stadium being expanded?: Manchester City is adding a tier to the North Stand to lift capacity to roughly 60,000 ahead of EURO 2028 and to match growing demand from supporters and tournament organisers.
How do I get from Manchester Piccadilly to the Etihad?: The Metrolink Ashton-under-Lyne line runs from Piccadilly to Etihad Campus in around 10 minutes, with trams every six to eight minutes on matchdays. The walk takes around 25 minutes through the Eastlands area.

Etihad Stadium Transport Guide for EURO 2028 — Tram from Manchester Piccadilly, walking routes and pre-booked parking for the Etihad.

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