Matchday information | Arsenal (H)

Vale Park general

We're looking forward to welcoming you to Vale Park on Wednesday evening for our highly anticipated Carabao Cup Round Three clash against Premier League side, Arsenal!

Below is some key information that may be useful before you head to Burslem:

Tickets

As of Tuesday afternoon, just a few hundred tickets remain in home areas of the stadium. These tickets went on sale yesterday evening to eligible account holders - please click here for full details. 

Away tickets have sold out, and all supporters are reminded that we are employing an allocated seating model for this fixture, meaning you must sit in the seat assigned to you on your ticket. Please be respectful of other supporters and don't forget to arrive early, as we're expecting the stadium and surrounding areas to be very busy. 

First Visit

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First-Time Supporter

Is this your first-ever visit to Vale Park? We look forward to welcoming you! CLICK HERE to find our First-Time Visitor Guide, which includes more information on ticketing, travel and our family-friendly activities.

Accessibility

Our Accessibility Stand is situated in the corner of the Lorne Street Stand and the Bycars Stand and is entered via Car Park D. However, supporters should note for this fixture that the bottom of Car Park D will be closed off in preparation for the fixture. An alternative route for entry will be available, via the top of Car Park D.

Getting To and From Vale Park

Supporters should note that Driveway A will be closed from 6pm onwards. As above, we are expecting the stadium and surrounding areas to be busy, so please allow plenty of time for your journey. 

For those of you who travel from Longport station should be aware that the footbridge at the station will be closed until the 10th October for essential repairs. 

There is a diversion in place between platforms 1 and 2 that requires a walk of up to 9 minutes. There are posters along the route for guidance. 

Valiant Church

The Valiant Church will be holding a pre-match service at 6:30pm at Holy Trinity Church, Hamil Road, ST6 1AP.

Parking 

You can pre-book your official matchday parking space here. Please note that there is limited availability for this fixture.

University of Staffordshire Fan Zone

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ARSENAL FANZONE

 

Meet Boomer! 

Our mascot Boomer will be in the FanZone ahead of kick-off and he will also be making his way around the Vale Park pitch.

If you meet him, don’t forget to share your photos with us on social media! @OfficialPVFC. We've also left a space in our official matchday programme for you to get Boomer's signature (or one of our first-team players, if you spot them!)

Here are estimated timings for where will Boomer will be during the day. 

Estimated

Time

Where Boomer 

will be!

17:00PVFC Community Hubb (Bescura)
17:30 Hospitality Boxes and Lounges
19:10University of Staffordshire Fan Zone
19:45Pitchside
20:00KITCH OFF 

50/50 Draw

The 50/50 draw gives fans the chance to win a big money prize every home game, and we're running a special offer for this game! It's two entries for just £5, with some extra prizes on offer.

Tickets are available online from all kiosks around the ground on matchday. The draw will be made at half-time, so keep an eye on the big screen!

Zero Tolerance to Abuse

We operate a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of abuse at Vale Park.

If you hear any Abusive, Homophobic or Antisocial Language or witness any other bad behaviour of any kind please send a text to 07801 216 675 stating the Stand, Row Number and Seat Number of the offender.

Please note that all messages will be treated in confidence.

PVTV

If you can’t make it to Vale Park for the match, you can watch live on Sky Sports or listen to live commentary on PVTV!

If you want to purchase a match pass, click here.

Press Conferences

Both the Gaffer and the Skipper sat down with the assembled press ahead of this evening's game. You can watch both videos in full below. 

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Remote Stream