Man City v AEK Athens Hospitality Tickets & Packages

Etihad Stadium Hospitality Dress Code

At the Etihad Stadium, guests are encouraged to dress smart casual when enjoying Manchester City hospitality.

Manchester City shirts are permitted within selected hospitality facilities. AEK Athens shirts, scarves and other away-team colours should not be worn.

Guests should also avoid tracksuits, sportswear and clothing containing offensive slogans or imagery.

Man City v AEK Athens Tunnel Club Ground Hospitality

Supporters can experience Manchester City v AEK Athens from The Tunnel Club Ground, combining VIP match seating close to the dugouts with premium hospitality before and after the Champions League fixture.

Guests will watch the action from lower-tier seats in Block 127, positioned behind the dugouts. Before kick-off, hospitality guests also have the opportunity to watch Manchester City’s first-team players arrive as they walk through the restaurant.

The Tunnel Club Ground includes contemporary 11-course bowl food alongside complimentary beers, house wines and soft drinks. Hospitality opens two and a half hours before kick-off and remains available until one hour after the final whistle.

A matchday programme and team sheet, betting facilities, casual table seating and VIP car parking for one per four guests are also included, offering an enhanced way to experience City’s Champions League meeting with AEK Athens.

Manchester City v AEK Athens Champions League Hospitality at the Etihad Stadium

AEK arrive in Manchester having enjoyed an excellent 2025/26 campaign. Under Marko Nikolić, they won the Greek championship and earned the opportunity to return to Europe’s premier club competition. Nikolić was subsequently handed a contract extension until 2029 following his successful debut season in Athens.

Their place in the league phase still had to be secured through qualifying. AEK faced Levski Sofia in the Champions League play-offs, with the first leg in Bulgaria finishing goalless.

The Greek champions then produced a convincing performance in Athens, winning the second leg 4-0 to secure a 4-0 aggregate victory and book their place amongst the 36 league phase clubs.

Manchester City, meanwhile, have established themselves as regular contenders in the latter stages of the Champions League and lifted the trophy for the first time in 2023.

Manchester City will host AEK Athens at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday 20 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 8pm.

Manchester City v AEK Athens Hospitality Tickets & Packages 2026/27 – FAQs

When will Manchester City play AEK Athens in the 2026/27 Champions League?

Manchester City will host AEK Athens at the Etihad Stadium during the league phase of the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League on 20 October 2026 Kick off 8pm

Where is Manchester City v AEK Athens being played?

Manchester City v AEK Athens will take place at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.

The stadium has been Manchester City’s home since 2003 and regularly hosts Premier League, domestic cup and UEFA Champions League fixtures.

Is Manchester City v AEK Athens a Champions League league phase fixture?

Yes. Manchester City v AEK Athens forms part of the league phase of the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League.

City will play eight different opponents during this stage of the competition, with four fixtures at the Etihad Stadium and four away from home.

Have Manchester City played AEK Athens before?

Manchester City and AEK Athens have not previously met in the UEFA Champions League.

Their 2026/27 league phase encounter will therefore be the first Champions League meeting between the two clubs.

Who are AEK Athens?

AEK Athens are a Greek football club founded in 1924 and based in Athens.

Known as the Yellow and Blacks, AEK are one of the traditional major clubs in Greek football and have won numerous domestic league titles and Greek Cups throughout their history.

How did AEK Athens qualify for the 2026/27 Champions League?

AEK Athens qualified for Champions League qualifying after winning the Greek championship during the 2025/26 season.

They then defeated Levski Sofia 4-0 on aggregate in the play-off round to secure their place in the league phase.

What happened in the AEK Athens v Levski Sofia Champions League play-off?

The first leg between Levski Sofia and AEK Athens finished 0-0.

AEK then won the return fixture 4-0 in Athens to progress to the Champions League league phase with a 4-0 aggregate victory.

What is AEK Athens’ best European Cup performance?

AEK Athens reached the quarter-finals of the European Cup during the 1968/69 season, which remains their best performance in Europe’s premier club competition.

When did AEK Athens last play in the Champions League?

Before the 2026/27 season, AEK Athens most recently competed in the Champions League proper during the 2018/19 campaign.

They were drawn in a group alongside Bayern Munich, Ajax and Benfica.

Who manages AEK Athens?

AEK Athens are managed by Marko Nikolić.

The Serbian coach led the club to the Greek championship during his first season in charge and subsequently agreed a contract extension until 2029.

Does Luka Jović play for AEK Athens?

Yes. Former Real Madrid, Eintracht Frankfurt and AC Milan striker Luka Jović plays for AEK Athens.

He scored 17 goals in 29 league appearances during the 2025/26 season as AEK won the Greek championship.

Have Manchester City won the Champions League?

Yes. Manchester City won the UEFA Champions League for the first time during the 2022/23 season.

Their victory formed part of a Treble alongside the Premier League and FA Cup.

What Manchester City v AEK Athens hospitality package is available?

Eventmasters offers The Tunnel Club Ground hospitality package for Manchester City v AEK Athens at the Etihad Stadium.

The package combines VIP lower-tier seating behind the dugouts with contemporary dining, complimentary drinks and access to one of Manchester City’s premium hospitality facilities.

What is included in Man City v AEK Athens Tunnel Club Ground hospitality?

The Tunnel Club Ground includes VIP seating behind the dugouts, contemporary 11-course bowl food and complimentary beers, house wines and soft drinks.

Guests can also watch the Manchester City first team arrive through the restaurant and receive a matchday programme and team sheet. VIP car parking, betting facilities and casual table seating are also included.

Where are The Tunnel Club Ground match seats?

The Tunnel Club Ground package includes VIP match seats in Block 127 on the lower tier of the Etihad Stadium.

The seats are positioned behind the dugouts, with all guests within a booking seated together.

Is food included with Manchester City v AEK Athens hospitality?

Yes. The Tunnel Club Ground hospitality package includes contemporary 11-course bowl food, with food offered before and after the match.

Are drinks included with The Tunnel Club Ground?

Yes. Complimentary beers, house wines and soft drinks are included within The Tunnel Club Ground hospitality package.

What time does Manchester City hospitality open?

The Tunnel Club Ground opens two and a half hours before kick-off and remains available until one hour after the final whistle.

The exact opening time for Manchester City v AEK Athens will depend on the kick-off time confirmed by UEFA.

Are Manchester City v AEK Athens tickets included with hospitality?

Yes. The Tunnel Club Ground package includes an official Manchester City v AEK Athens match ticket.

Guests receive VIP lower-tier seating alongside access to the hospitality facility and the additional benefits included within the package.

Is Manchester City v AEK Athens hospitality suitable for AEK supporters?

Manchester City hospitality facilities are intended for home supporters.

AEK Athens shirts, scarves and other away-team colours should therefore not be worn within the hospitality areas.

What is the Etihad Stadium hospitality dress code?

Guests are encouraged to wear smart casual clothing when using Manchester City hospitality facilities.

Manchester City colours may be permitted depending on the facility, but AEK Athens shirts and other away-team colours should not be worn.

How do I get to the Etihad Stadium by Metrolink?

Etihad Campus is the closest Metrolink stop to the Etihad Stadium and is located adjacent to the ground.

Services operate from Manchester city centre, including connections from Manchester Piccadilly.

How do I get to the Etihad Stadium by bus?

Several bus services operate close to the Etihad Stadium via areas including Ashton New Road, Alan Turing Way and Ashton Old Road.

Supporters should allow additional time when travelling for Champions League fixtures due to increased matchday traffic around the stadium.

Can Man City v AEK Athens hospitality be booked for corporate guests?

Yes. The Tunnel Club Ground is suitable for businesses looking to entertain clients, reward employees or host corporate guests at Champions League football.

The package combines VIP match seating with contemporary dining, complimentary drinks and additional hospitality benefits at the Etihad Stadium.

Why choose hospitality for Manchester City v AEK Athens?

Manchester City v AEK Athens will be the first Champions League meeting between the clubs, bringing the reigning Greek champions to the Etihad Stadium for a new European fixture.

The Tunnel Club Ground provides VIP seating directly behind the dugouts alongside contemporary dining, complimentary drinks and the opportunity to watch Manchester City’s players arrive through the restaurant.

Why book Manchester City v AEK Athens hospitality with Eventmasters?

Eventmasters offers Manchester City hospitality at the Etihad Stadium throughout the 2026/27 season, including the club’s Champions League fixtures.

For Manchester City v AEK Athens, The Tunnel Club Ground combines official VIP seating in Block 127 with contemporary dining, complimentary beers, house wines and soft drinks, VIP parking and additional premium matchday benefits.

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