All the important information you need ahead of our home game, against Sydney FC this SATURDAY at Go Media Stadium.
MATCH DETAILS
25/26 Isuzu UTE A-League Men Round 16
⚽️ Auckland FC vs. Sydney FC
🗓️ Saturday, 7th February 2026, 5pm
🏟️ Go Media Stadium, Auckland
Kick off: 5:00PM NZT
Warm up: 4:15PM NZT
Gates Open: 3:30PM NZT
Box Office: 3:00PM NZT
AFC Tailgate: 12:00PM NZT
Broadcast Live: Sky Sport 2
Join the Conversation: #AKLvSYD & #AucklandFC
This week’s game is proudly brought to you by CUPRA, Official Motor Vehicle of Auckland FC.
🎟️ TICKETING INFORMATION
Our tickets are fully digital, meaning you cannot print your tickets at home or use a screenshot. Instead, you will need to present your tickets from your mobile device. If you have any ticketing queries, please go to the Box Office, which is located at Gate B. The Box Office will be open from 3:00pm on matchday.
Ensure your brightness is all the way up, you are off night mode and screen rotation is locked.
Single-match ticket purchasers can access their tickets through the Ticketmaster website or app.
Members can access their membership tickets through the Auckland FC Account Manager site. To access, please visit the Auckland FC website > click ‘Membership’ > click ‘Sign In’. Your tickets will appear under ‘My Tickets’.
For a quick and seamless entry to the stadium, please add your tickets to your wallet before getting to Go Media Stadium.
🌭 AFC TAILGATE
DJs, BBQs, fun and games, Auckland FC brings the tailgate to New Zealand!
The Auckland FC Tailgate is a pre-match fan experience held in the Lilyworld Cafe carpark. It’s a community-style BBQ, music, and fan zone designed to bring supporters together before kickoff. Featuring DJs, mini-football, picnic tables, garden games, drink options, and up to eight barbeques for fans to use, it promises to bring a pre-game atmosphere to every match.
Please note that any alcohol found in vehicles will result in an immediate eviction – security will be doing vehicle checks upon arrival. You will be given the opportunity to handover any alcohol prior to checks. This ban also extends to soft-drinks.
And finally, please don’t drink and drive. If you feel too intoxicated to drive please inform a member of staff who will arrange to have your car moved.
🏖️ FAMILY FAN ZONE
The Family Fan Zone, which is located in the North End of the Stadium below the jumbo big screen, will be in full force from 3:30pm. The 25m inflatable slide will be in the Family Fan Zone, plus football darts and more!
THE BEACH IS BACK
New Zealand’s biggest inland beach returns to Go Media Stadium with over six truckloads of sand.
From 3:30pm, enjoy sandcastle comps, beach football, live music and summer vibes across a 40-metre beach zone. One of last season’s most popular activations – don’t miss it.
SANDCASTLE COMPETITION
Get ready to dig, sculpt and let your creativity shine at our Sandcastle Competition! Whether you’re building towering fortresses, sea-inspired masterpieces or something completely out of the box, this is your chance to show off your skills in the sand.
PLUS MORE…
There will be a sign-making station in the Family Fan Zone for you to get creative, thanks to My Food Bag, face painting and all your favourites back for another home game.
Enjoy live music from Nick Pearson, a three-legged race at half-time with My Food Bag and the CUPRA key claim competition, where you could win a CUPRA for the weekend.
We recommend arriving early so you’ve got more time to enjoy the Family Fan Zone before kick-off!
👕 MERCHANDISE
You can deck yourself out in the latest Auckland FC gear or grab that gift for a loved one from our merchandise stores located in the Family Fan Zone, Gate A and Upper East stand!
The 25/26 season home, away and third kits will be available for purchase, alongside the lifestyle kit.
If you’re an Auckland FC member, you receive a discount! Show your membership card or membership invoice.
🚙 TRANSPORT & PARKING
Fans are encouraged to plan their trip and consider all the available travel options ahead of time. If you are driving, consider carpooling with your group and allow extra travel time as traffic may be heavier than usual.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Public transport is the best way to get to Go Media, with buses servicing the area this Sunday. Plenty of regular route buses also make stops along Church Street and Beasley Avenue.
BUSES REPLACE ALL TRAINS!
ARRIVE EARLY
To avoid congestion and to enjoy pre-match entertainment, please arrive early.
⚔️ ACTIVE SUPPORT – THE PORT
In the Port this weekend? Bring your scarf, lift it high, and help us drive the team home.
The Port is located in Bay 21, 22 & 23, in the middle of the lower South Stand. If you’re in this section, expect singing, standing and colourful language. Please remember that Bay 21, 22 & 23 is for Port ticket holders only. Please ask our friendly team on matchday if you have ticketing queries.
For those keen to enjoy the atmosphere of the South Stand without the need to stand and sing all game, we recommend the bays outside of Bay 21, 22 & 23 in the Lower South Stand.
Auckland FC games are a family-friendly event where fans of all ages should feel welcome and be able to enjoy the match. For this reason, we advise families with young children or fans who prefer to sit to avoid The Port section.
And as ever, wherever you are in the stadium, be respectful of each other and staff. Abusive or threatening behaviour will not be tolerated and will result in immediate ejection from the stadium.
🍻 PRE-MATCH ENTERTAINMENT
TYLER ST – THE OFFICIAL HOME OF AUCKLAND FC
Tyler St Sport is the official home of Auckland FC, conveniently located in the heart of Auckland’s CBD. Whether you’re watching the match live on the big screens or soaking in the electric pre-match atmosphere, Tyler St Sport offers an unmatched game-day experience.
If you’re an Auckland FC member, you receive a discount! Show your membership card or membership invoice.
LILYWORLD GARDEN BAR
LilyWorld Garden Bar will be open from 10AM serving food and drinks. Lilyworld is the best place to soak up the atmosphere and connect with AFC fans before and after the game. With a live DJ, food & drink deals and a huge screen showing the game and pre-match entertainment– there’s no place better. Lilyworld is accessible via Gate E on Maurice Road.
If you’re an Auckland FC member, you receive a discount! Show your membership card or membership invoice.
THIS IS AUCKLAND COMMUNITY HUB
This is Auckland Community Hub will be open in the carpark by LilyWorld, where you can immerse yourself in the diversity of Auckland’s communities.
👉 KEY TIMINGS
AFC Tailgate Opens: 12:00PM
The AFC Tailgate open at 12pm with pre-match entertainment, garden games, BBQs and more.
Box Office Opens: 3:00PM
If you have any issues with your tickets at the game, or want to purchase on the day, please visit the Box Office.
Gates Open: 3:30PM
The gates to Go Media Stadium will be opened at 3:30pm.
Isuzu UTE A-League Men’s Kick Off: 5:00PM
Auckland FC vs. Sydney FC will be underway from 5:00pm.
BE SAFE
Bring an empty water bottle as we have water stations located around the venue. And make sure to bring plenty of sunscreen.
🚨 Anti-social behaviour and intoxication will NOT be tolerated.
Authorities will be present, and anyone causing disruption at Go Media Stadium may be removed or face further action.
Things to know at the event:
- Please follow the staff directives at all times.
- Go Media Stadium is a cashless venue.
STADIUM MAP
Check out the interactive map here.
