What Football Teams Are Playing in London?
London serves as a touristic hub for football fans from the UK and from around the world. In the list below we highlighted the major football matches taking place in London on a regular basis:
- The major English Premier League teams: Arsenal, Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United.
- Some matches for international football competitions such as: Champions league, Europa league, Nations league and Euro 2020
- FA Cup semifinals and final
- FA Community Shield (begining of August)
- EFL/Carabo Cup final
- EFL Trophy Final
- League Two Play-Off Final (mid- May)
- League One Play-Off Final (in the end of May)
- EFL Championship Play-Off Final (in the end of May)
London Derbies - Local Rivalries
The North London derby between Tottenham vs Arsenal is another Rivalry with roots going back to 1887 and it’s certainly the fiercest rivalry among the London teams.
London has several local football rivalries, also known as "derbies." Some of the most notable include:
- Arsenal vs Chelsea - Arsenal main rival is Chelsea; this is not an ancient rivalry but rather a battle between 2 big teams from the same city with solid local and international fan base so it’s always a festive event to attend and it’s popularity never diminishes.
- Arsenal vs Tottenham Hotspur - The North London Derby is one of the most intense rivalries in English football with roots going back to 1887 and it’s certainly the fiercest rivalry among the London teams. The two clubs are separated by just a few miles and their matches are always highly anticipated.
- Chelsea vs Fulham - The West London Derby is a more recent rivalry, but it is growing in intensity as the two clubs have risen to prominence. Chelsea and Fulham are separated by just a few miles and their matches are always hotly contested.
- West Ham United vs Millwall - The East London Derby is a fierce local rivalry between two traditional working-class clubs. Matches between the two sides are often marked by intense passion and a strong sense of local pride.
- Crystal Palace vs Charlton Athletic - The South London Derby is a more recent rivalry, but it has quickly grown in intensity as the two clubs have become more competitive in recent years. The two clubs are separated by just a few miles and their matches are always highly anticipated.
These London derbies add extra excitement and passion to the local football scene, with supporters eagerly anticipating each encounter between their respective clubs.
Where Are the Football Stadiums in London?
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Club
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Stadium
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Capacity
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Public Transit Station
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Arsenal
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The Emirates
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60,620
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Arsenal, Holloway Road, Drayton Park
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| Brentford FC |
The Brentford Community Stadium |
17, 250 |
Kew Bridge Station on the Hounslow Loop Line |
| Charlton Athletic |
The Valley |
27,111 |
North Greenwich tube station, 472, 486, 161, 177, and 180 bus lines stopping right near the stadium |
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Chelsea FC
|
Stamford Bridge
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41,834
|
Fulham Broadway
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Crystal Palace
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Selhurst Park
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25,486
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Norwood Junction, Selhurst, Thornton Heath
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| Fulham FC |
Craven Cottage |
19,359 |
Putney Bridge or Hammersmith Underground |
| Millwall FC |
The Den |
20,146 |
Canada Water, on the Jubilee Line, Surrey Quays overground station |
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Tottenham Hotspurs
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Tottenham Hotspurs New
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62,062
|
White hart Lane, Northumberland Park, Seven Sisters
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West Ham United
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London Olympic
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66,000
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Stratford, Stratford International
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(Neutral, Final/European championships)
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Wembley
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90,000
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Wembley Park, Wembley Central, Wembley Stadium
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Ticket Prices for Football Games in London
Ticket prices to Chelsea and Arsenal are usually the highest - but depending on the popularity of the match they can change. In general, ticket prices are affected by the following:
First, prices in the secondary market are always above “face value” because they are traded by club members and other ticket owners who don’t want them and sell them to the highest bidder. Having said that there are several major factors that will affect prices:
- Rank in the league table – in most cases, the higher the rank is, will definitely push up the demand for tickets.
- City where the match is being held. London is one of the hottest tourist attractions in the world and has its own burgeoning reputation for a great night out.
- Weekends vs. Weekdays – weekend matches, when people are off work, are of greater demand which of course affect prices. The hour of the day also has some effect - as late afternoon and evening matches are more convenient for both fans who reside outside of London and need to commute into the city as well as to fans such as tourists located in London.
- Local Rivalries – when Arsenal is playing against Chelsea or Tottenham, there will always be a greater demand
- Tiers – there are differences in prices between the various seating location you choose and it’s all about your personal preferences. Some fans wouldn’t go for less than the Club level/Hospitality tickets, and some would want specifically to be seated in the Long side central lower tier to see everything from up close. Others would feel great viewing the entire ground from the Long side upper tiers.
- Standard seats vs. VIP / Hospitality packages - if you like to treat your self, impress your partner or business associate or take your grandchildren without the need to squeeze with all the rest of the crowd - there are several hospitality packages that will be just right for you and cost accordingly - if you look at the package description - you can have a champaign on reception, Museum tour, get a selfie with a past legend of your favourite club, an open buffet or a full 3 course meal before heading to your executive padded seat and get into the excitement of the match.
Cheap Football Tickets in London
If your budget doesn’t allow you to spend more, and on your free time other matches are just too expensive - you can always buy tickets to Fulham, West ham or Tottenham or even Crystal palace and enjoy your time. If you still insist to watch Chelsea or Arsenal - you can always find tickets in reduced price - such as “Single” - a ticket seated alone or go for the cheaper category of Short side upper tier (behind the goal, upper tiers). You’re welcome to checkout current prices by clicking any of the events listed above.
How Do I Buy My Football Tickets to Matches in London?
Follow these steps to complete your purchase of ticket for Arsenal:
- Select your desired football fixture in London from our events table above or our match menu.
- On the Arsenal events page, locate the seating section you want and click ‘Buy ticket’
- On the checkout page please login with your user information or select checkout as a guest and fill in your personal information then press ‘Next’.
- In the review your order page you will be able to review Arsenal tickets that you have ordered and the total price you will be paying in the next stage if you have been given a coupon or discount code, enter this in the box and click “apply”. The final Arsenal ticket prices will be calculated and then click “Proceed to payment”. There are no hidden fees or costs and the total price you see is what you will pay for football tickets in London.
- After clicking “Proceed to payment” you will be redirected to our highly secure payment page where you should enter your payment details and process the payment.
- After payment is successfully processed you will be redirected back to our site and you will receive a confirmation message. An email with your Arsenal ticket order details will be sent to the email address you have provided during your registration.
How Do My Football Tickets are Being Delivered?
There’s some variance on the delivery methods depending on the team and some other factors such as the section you’ve selected, the type of address provided - but in order to keep it simple - we provide several delivery methods that can accommodate almost everyone’s needs. In general - Arsenal tickets are being delivered with a courier (requires a signature) or can be collected in person on match day, Tottenham and West Ham are mostly electronic tickets that will be emailed to the email address you’ve provided while booking the tickets. Crystal Palace can have several methods - usually electronic tickets that can be emailed or paper tickets that can be collected in person on matchday. For Chelsea tickets - these are mostly paper tickets that can be delivered via courier or collected in person on matchday.
For more match specific details, you can chat with our online representative or email our delivery team and they will find the best delivery method that suites you. Please note, that we do not do international deliveries. If you haven’t booked a hotel yet, it’s absolutely fine, you can still book your soccer tickets and email us with the delivery address so that we will have 1 week prior to the match.
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