Visible from the passing train passengers, it might rub a few Spurs fans up the wrong way! The first thing that struck me about the ground was that it didnt feel as though it held 60,000 fans, it felt smaller. People say new stadiums all look the same like a bowl style arena with different coloured seats. There was also a pint of Carlsberg and footlong hot dog meal deal available for around 8.40. 187 flags have been pulled together with each being a different supporters group. There are a few pubs and cafs in the immediate surroundings of the stadium, which is mainly residential, and some options to eat and drink along Holloway Road and Highbury Park road. The away fans are housed in the corner of the lower tier avoid the last handful of rows as the middle level overhangs which reduces view. There was some banter with the fans on the left of the away section and the home fans in parts did stand up occasionally singing. The Emirates is one of the biggest stadiums I have been to, and the pre-match atmosphere in the area felt somewhat similar to the atmosphere before a game at FC Barcelona. It could be deemed intimidating for away fans as there is a large number of home fans, but on this occasions, there was a group of Bolton fans that we joined. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Joliet Illinois~Mail Dropbox~Beaux Arts Post Office~Sepia~c1914 Postcard at the best online prices at eBay! I had to wait for four trains to pass before getting on one less crowded. Sunderland fans were as usual at the top of their voices for the majority of the game, but sometimes there needs to be some home fans singing to make a good atmosphere. Getting an answer does not make your question on-topic. How To Get There by Car or Transport & Where to Stay? My first visit to the Emirates Stadium, although I had been to the former Highbury ground many times over the years. Still the Emirates Stadium is worth visiting and I would recommend it to anyone. Arsenal equalised very early in the second half, and we did hear the home fans then. Arsenal get one back thanks to a tremendous effort move including a back heel from Ozil that opens the defence and a cool finish from Welbeck. In my attempt to complete the current 92 it was an excellent opportunity to tick off another ground. We left there around 2pm and jumped on the Piccadilly line for the short journey to Arsenal station. My complaints are how close the two sets of fans are to each other, just a narrow bar with a small number of stewards occupied. On my visits to the Emirates the tube has been fairly busy and can get a lot busier when the train stops at Kings Cross/St Pancras. I expected to pay a fiver for the parking but discovered it was free for Blue Badge holders. Think the club could do more to promote the other stations in the area. The Emirates Stadium is by far and away, the most modern ground in England, however it seemed more of a theatre than a football stadium. And I'd never visited the Emirates Stadium before so was very much looking forward to this game. The underground (tube) is one option the nearest tube station is Arsenal, which is on the Piccadilly line. Paying for tickets at the station would have cost 5.80 each way, but using the Oyster Card reduced the single fare to 3.10. Summary of overall thoughts of the day out: Two matches for 29, seeing some good football played at a great stadium. The stadium is the same all the way around so the away section looks the same as everywhere else but the 3 tier design was impressive. Why you were looking forward to going to the ground (or not as the case may be): I define myself as a football fan as a traditionalist and anti-modern stadia but Arsenal seem to have actually done a decent job on the Emirates. The beers and food were good quality but maybe a touch overpriced. They are now creating eight different art projects to force the Emirates stadium to become even more synonymous with Arsenal. Also I'd never been to the Emirates Stadium before and there's no better way to go than with your team. In 1910 Woolwich Arsenal were on the brink of going bust, until there savour in the shape of Henry Norris, the then second division Fulham FC Chairman saved the club. There are no tours on matchdays and the stadium may close earlier on the day before a match or event. Your email address will not be published. This was a chance to relive one amazing away FA cup victory. Cities. The stewards were helpful at the turnstiles, helping fans with the ticket machine but got irritating after telling us to sit down. From Kings Cross St. Pancras fans can take the Piccadilly or Victoria Lines to the stations above. First plans for the construction of a new stadium were made in the late 1990s, but also a move to the new Wembley Stadium was considered. I have to say that, despite the stringent security measures employed, the stewards were among the most polite and helpful that I've come across. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for LOUIS JOLIET STATUE,JOLIET,ILLINOIS.VTG POSTCARD*A14 at the best online prices at eBay! It is only a few minutes walk from the stadium, however, please note that the station is also closed after matches. The seats are padded, lots of leg room, and has a great view. The concourse is very spacious too which makes a pleasant change, as were the toilets. A sparse crowd of only 3000 witnessed the last league match v Middlesbrough played at the Manor Ground, ending in a 1-1 draw. As you cross the railway bridge to the stadium, you cannot help but be impressed by the size and look of the ground. Woolwich Arsenal as they were known, moved to the Manor Ground at Plumstead in the summer of 1893. I flew from Edinburgh to Gatwick in the morning and got a train into East Croydon to meet up with my stepson who lives in Croydon. Our bags were searched and we were frisked before entering the stadium. In addition the honours of the club being displayed around the middle tier advertising boards are a warm nod to the clubs rich history. There is a no smoking policy at and around Emirates Stadium including the podium level surrounding the stadium and the car parks. Tickets for category C matches, the cheapest, start at 26.00 for most lower-tier seats and range up to 51.00 for a central upper-tier seat. Emirates Stadium is located in North London, and the easiest way to reach the ground from central London is by tube or rail. I'd say the nearest underground station would be Holloway Road, if that information is right. A visit to the Emirates Stadium was supposed to be my last stadium completing the 92. Our A1 poster is fantasic quality and looks great on any wall. Every street corner was geared towards the big match experience with the smell of fried onions and food and football merchandise vendors tucked into every available space along the route with the crowd growing in numbers on as we approached the stadium. I was very impressed all round with the stadium and had a great day out. However, getting tickets always proved to be tricky. By Train: You can take an overground train to Finsbury Park Railway Station from London Kings Cross. A large lower tier, with a small second tier partially overhanging the lower tier. Dutch Dennis Bergkamp saw his statue added at a later date; Ken Friar an iconic non-footballing story associated with Arsenal also has a statue in situ at the Emirates. It is advised not to bring the following items, although some are permitted, but it will just force you to wait in line for the security check, among those items are all kinds of bags and carry-alongs such as: bags, luggage, computers, umbrellas etc. The stewards were brilliant and weren't an annoyance throughout the night. As expected, Arsenal constantly pounded the Albion on the field, but it was disappointing to go down to a single goal three minutes from time. When planning my journey the first thing I did was look at my schedule to see how I could get enough time to visit what remains of Highbury. For us Palace fans, it was a great game and a great result. Wait until you win something! The concourse behind the away supporters section is a self-contained unit, complete with concession stands and video highlights shown on television screens. Watching football in a stadium such as this is almost an indulgence (as it should be for the price of a season ticket!). Buy our double poster value pack for just 14.99. Back onto the rather quiet coaches within a few minutes, and then a two hour crawl to get past the roadworks. This happened both behind the goals and along the sides. The normal allocation for away fans is just under 3,000 tickets, but this can be increased for cup games. The game was settled by a David Luiz header from a corner after 10 minutes to give Arsenal the 3 points. I was hoping for an underdog result in the quarter finals of the cup and for the terrific entrance price of just 10 it was well worth the visit! We turned right as we came out of Arsenal station and the stadium was just a few minutes walk away. Instead, I walked about 10 minutes towards Highbury and Islington station (served by London Overground and the Victoria Line) which was surprisingly quiet, especially considering that the Victoria Line seemed a lot quicker for getting back to central London compared to the Piccadilly line. There was no opportunity to take a selfie with the stadium as a back-drop as the 5000 travelling Doncaster fans were certainly making the most of the occasion. Renovation work at the Emirates will also include new big screens, turnstile readers to speed up entry and new wraps outside the venue. Olympic Stadium London. The time needed to pass the stadium gates will be shortened thanks to replacing the turnstile ticket readers. What prevented you from calling the stadium's office and simply asking them? The scenes in the away end were absolutely crazy! The upper and lower parts of the stadium feature standard seating. From both stations it is an approximate 10-minute walk to the stadium. All gave a sense of foreboding. Comment on the game itself, atmosphere, stewards, pies, facilities etc.. What does 'They're at four. Emirates Stadium. Emirates Stadium Turnstile Location Map, Arsenal.com. 1886 is the year Arsenal were founded whilst a message of Always Forward will be overlaid to symbolise their path of progression. Internally it also felt very corporate and heavily Arsenal branded, as is the way in the modern world! The stairs into the seating area are at the back of the stand, which has a slight overhang in the back few rows caused by the hospitality seating above. Not registered yet? However, I personally felt the food quality was high enough to get your moneys worth. Old Trafford Football Ground. A total disaster of design. My arthritic knees and hip are giving me serious grief today, the day after the game, but seeing Palace win away at Arsenal made it worth it! Input your search keywords and press Enter. After setting off at 5pm we eventually got to the M1 at 6.25pm. The train journey to the Emirates was simple. There were plenty of burger and hot dog stalls between the station and the stadium. TV screens were hanging from the ceiling and they were showing the Everton v Manchester United game which was being shown live on Sky Sports. Once past the search staff, you will find the turnstiles are electronically operated. Very, very disappointing. 9,000 Watford fans on their feet for the remainder of the game roaring their side on. The locals were friendly and both sets of fans mingled with no problems. The stadium is four-tiered. Also, the stewards told you sit down frequently, which can be irritating. The legends tour starts every day at 1:00 pm and lasts 75 minutes. Arsenal began to explore the possibility of relocating to a new stadium in 1997, having been denied planning permission to expand Highbury. The atmosphere was great in the home ends, Bolton didnt bring a lot of travelling supporters so it was subdued in the away end. Just a 10 minute walk away from the Emirates Stadium, which costs 20 for up to five hours. Some of the food outlets were set up in people's front gardens which looked a bit unusual. Reminds me why I no longer bother with Internationals at Wembley. You should be aware of Article 6 of the Ground Regulations which lists items prohibited to bring into the stadium: Knives; fireworks; smoke canisters; air-horns; flares; weapons; hand tools; dangerous or hazardous items; laser devices; glass bottles; glass vessels; cans; poles; selfie sticks; buggies or prams; large bags or suitcases; musical instruments; large umbrellas; plastic bottles with a capacity greater than 500 ml; flags or banners which are too large and/or bear material or slogans that are offensive, obscene, abusive or racist; and any article that might be used as a weapon and/or compromise public safety. I managed this time by phoning Bournemouth direct and getting 2 tickets with the away fans for 26 each. Zoom out: double click on the right-hand side of the mouse on the map or move the scroll wheel downwards. Record PL attendance: 60,161 v Manchester United (3 November 2007), Stadium address:Highbury House, 75 Drayton Park, London, N5 1BU. I have never been to Emirates Stadium and have tickets for the match tomorrow (10 Dec) with a friend. there isn't anything indicating turnstiles. Tube travel was included within the price which is always a bonus so I went via Highbury and Islington with a short walk to the ground. This second tier was for the prawn sandwich brigade. What you did before the game pub/chippy. Looking at photos of the Emirates and games on television it looked brilliant. Those pieces are detailed below: Woolwich Arsenal moved from the Manor Ground in Plumstead to Highbury in 1913 and dropped the Woolwich to reflect the move away 10 miles Northwest. Despite the impressive nature of the stadium, in my opinion the stadium has a major design flaw: The lower tier seats have a very shallow rake which means that when the play is in the area in front of those seats, everyone stands up to see. I was surprised by how close together both sets of fans were situated, in fact in talking distance, but there was no trouble. Plus the view was that not that great and afterwards you almost questioned if the stadium did indeed hold 60,000, as the large gaps in the corners below the stadium roof, giving the illusion that it is smaller than what it is. Then bizarrely Lee Probert blew his whistle for full-time with De Guzman bearing down on goal in a one-one with Szczesny. Arsenal managed to score a second close to the end of the 90 minutes. The bridge is shown on the right here (courtesy Dreamstime.com): Once at the stadium, the turnstiles are your starting point. There was a short wait until the turnstiles were opened at about 6.45. Otherwise, very impressive! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 2023 Football Ground Guide. left twix right twix politics,