Road to Istanbul: The complete Nerazzurri fan guide

Road to Istanbul

— Jun 9th 2023

All the necessary information for the trip to Turkey

The long-awaited day draws ever closer: on 10 June, Inter will face Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League final. A highly anticipated event for Nerazzurri fans from all over the world, who will travel to the Turkish city to support the team in the final act of Europe's most prestigious competition.

'For all those kilometres I've travelled for you' has become our constant refrain throughout Inter's European adventure: once again, the Nerazzurri fans have responded, and in great numbers they will travel to Turkey in the days leading up to the match to follow the team in the match worthy of a Champions League title.

Here is a complete guide with all the necessary information provided by UEFA to make the most of the Manchester City vs. Inter match and the journey to Istanbul:

FAQ | TICKET AND TRAVEL INFO

DOCUMENTS

The advice for foreign nationals who wish to stay in Turkey is to make sure that your travel document (ID card or passport) is valid for at least five months (150) prior to the date of entry into the country, and also in good condition.

OFFICIAL APP AND SUPPORTER INFORMATION

There are two apps to unlock your UEFA Champions League Final!

UEFA Mobile Ticket App: This is where your match ticket will be stored once they have been sent to you.

UEFA Champions League App: Home of your UCL Fan Pass for free matchday travel, plus live updates, interactive maps, Fan Zone info and travel alerts.

Make sure you’re logged into both apps with the same account so we can let you know about important updates. If you haven’t bought your ticket, make sure you’ve been transferred your ticket.

UEFA Champions League App: To see Inter-specific content and live updates personalised, supporters should

Either log in with their ticketing account, or

Use the QR code / link below to access the app:

App download link for Inter supporters: https://championsleagueapp.page.link/sJEb

FAN ZONE

Fan Zones

Inter supporters will be gathering at their Fan Zone from 14:00 to get into the matchday spirit. The Fan Zone is right by the stadium, so get there early and you won’t have to worry about getting stuck in matchday traffic. There’ll be food & drinks (including beer!) and a packed entertainment programme. Entry is for ticket holders only.

The Nerazzurri fans will be able to experience the wait for kick-off through fan engagement activities dedicated to them. On stage, accompanying the fans throughout the day, will be the official Nerazzurri speaker Mirko Mengozzi, who will alternate with Daniele Battaglia, speaker of Radio 105, the club's Official Radio Partner. Warming the hearts of all Inter fans present will be the great Nerazzurri legends who will take the stage in the Fan Zone. The afternoon will be enlivened by the musical performances of the DJ duo Merk&Kremont, Eddy Veerus and Roberta Branchini "Brancar" from IlPagante, djset by dj Marietto and speeches by Matilde Gioli, Elenoire Casalegno, Francesco Facchinetti, Eleonora Incardona and Chiara Giuffrida.

For more information, check the UCL App or the Inter supporter page: https://it.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/event-guide/inter/

UEFA CHAMPIONS FESTIVAL

The party will not only be at the stadium, but will start much earlier at the UEFA Champions Festival. It will take place at the Yenikapi Park Festival (Etkinlik Alani) from Thursday 8 to Sunday 11 June.

It will offer residents and fans entertainment activities. It is free for all, no ticket is needed to enter and it is a neutral area, which will accommodate fans of both teams.

On match day, a public viewing of Manchester City-Inter will be organised for all festival visitors. The event is free admission. Dedicated screening areas will be available for Inter fans who are in Istanbul but do not have a ticket for the match.

TRAVEL

A shuttle bus service for ticket holders will be running between the airports, city centre and the Fan Zone at the stadium.

The shuttle buses are the best for to get to the stadium on matchday.

Istanbul traffic can be heavy and unpredictable. You’re almost guaranteed to take significantly longer to travel across the city, so leave enough time in your planning!

Do not travel by taxi.

For the full shuttle schedule and more travel info, check the app or the dediated travel page: https://it.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/event-guide/getting-there/

FREE MATCHDAY TRAVEL

Free matchday travel – only with UCL Fan Pass

All ticket holders can access Istanbul metro and tram services as well as the official shuttle buses for free on matchday when using the Fan Pass on the Champions League App.

Download the UEFA Champions League App, log in with your ticket account, and unlock your UCL Fan Pass to enjoy free travel.

You must have your mobile match ticket in order to use the UCL Fan Pass for free matchday travel. If someone else has your ticket, ask them to transfer it to you or travel together.

Show your UCL Fan Pass when boarding the shuttle bus or upon request by public transport staff.

MATCHDAY PLANNING

Check your flight times:

If you arrive BEFORE 13:00, the shuttles will drop you off at the Inter Transport Hub in Beʂiktaʂ, so you can use the time exploring Istanbul city. From 13:00, please hop on the shuttle bus to the Fan Zone from here.

If you arrive AFTER 13:00, the shuttles will go straight to the Inter Fan Zone at the stadium so you can join the pre-match celebrations.

After the match: Head back towards the Fan Zone to access the coaches and Shuttle Buses heading to your desired location, either one of the airports or Beʂiktaʂ.

ACCESSIBILITY

Information on access for the differently abled will be made available on the dedicated section of the website.

TICKETS

Tickets

All tickets will be mobile tickets delivered on the UEFA Mobile Tickets app.

Please transfer your match ticket to your +1 before you go to Istanbul.

For more information about tickets, please check out the ticketing FAQs.

TUTORIAL TICKET UEFA

MOBILE TICKETING - GUARDA IL TUTORIAL

STADIUM

Bags larger than A4 (21.0 x 29.7 x 21.0 cm) won’t be permitted inside the stadium.

No coins please: It’s important to check your pockets for coins of any currency as they won’t be allowed into the stadium. If you’ve accidentally brought some coins, they will be donated to support those affected by the earthquake in Türkiye and Syria.

Make sure your phone is fully charged for your mobile match ticket. You can bring a small power bank, no larger than your phone.

Smoking, including the use of e-cigarettes and heat-not-burn tobacco products, is not allowed inside the stadium. Lighters will not be permitted on entry.

Bottles, including sunscreen, are not permitted at the stadium or Fan Zone. Volunteers will be roaming on-site distributing sunscreen for free.

More info & full list of forbidden items: Atatürk Olympic Stadium page

Non-ticket holders

Please do not travel to the stadium without a match ticket. You won’t be able to access the area or any of the facilities (incl. Fan Zones) around the stadium.

The stadium is far from the city centre and there will be nowhere to watch the match.

There will be no tickets for sale at the stadium.

Do not buy tickets from unofficial sellers – fake tickets may be in circulation.