The Polish Football Federation has notified the Albanian Football Association of a series of important information for Albanian fans who will travel to Warsaw to watch the match against Poland, which will take place on March 26 at 20:45 at the “PGE Narodowy” stadium.
For the best possible organization of travel and entry to the stadium, fans are advised to follow the following instructions:
The Polish police have issued permission for the use of the gathering point for Albanian fans at the Siren Monument near the Vistula River in Warsaw and will take measures to guarantee their safety at the Fan Meeting Point.
Stadium opening hours
Stadium doors open at 18:45 p.m.
The match starts at 20:45.
Fans are advised to arrive early to avoid queues and not miss the start of the match.
Do not bring unnecessary luggage or large bags with you.
Albanian fans enter the stadium
The entrance dedicated to Albanian fans is Gate 10, on the northeast side of the stadium (Siwca Street).
After the first security check, fans should follow entrance L, according to the ticket.
Persons with disabilities are advised to use Gate 1.
How to get to the stadium
The stadium is located about 3.2 km from the city center and the use of public transportation is recommended.
You can go by metro, tram, bus or urban train.
The walking distance from the center is about 35 minutes.
The nearest stations are:
Rondo Waszyngtona and Aleja Zieleniecka (bus and tram)
National Stadium (metro)
Warszawa Stadion (urban train)
Parking for Albanian fans
Fans traveling by car or bus have a dedicated parking area near the stadium.
The parking lot is located on Sokola Street, with entrances from Wybrzeże Szczecińskie and Zamoście Streets.
Every vehicle must place an A4 sheet with the letter “A” on the windshield.
Free public transport on match day
The match ticket also serves as a free public transport ticket in Warsaw.
Free transportation is valid from 06:00 in the morning until 01:00 after midnight.
Beyond this time, normal tickets must be purchased.
Stadium entrance and control
Every fan must have a valid ticket, regardless of age.
Authorities may request identification (ID, passport or driver’s license).
The ticket must be kept until the end of the match.
If you leave the stadium, you are not allowed to return.
The phone must be charged, as entry is only possible with the ticket on the phone.
Stadium safety rules
Fans and personal belongings may be searched by police and security staff.
You must always follow the instructions of stadium staff.
Sit in the seat indicated on the ticket and use the designated entrance.
Prohibited objects in the stadium
Entry is prohibited with:
Fireworks, flares, smoke bombs or any pyrotechnic device
Bottles, cans or glass objects
Alcohol or narcotic substances
Racist, political or propaganda material
Strong flagpoles or those longer than 1 meter
Spray, flammable or corrosive substances
Professional camera with large lenses
Large bags, suitcases or objects larger than 25x25x25 cm
Megaphones, vuvuzelas, noise-making devices
Lasers, cannons or drones
Food and drinks at the stadium
There will be points at the stadium where you can buy food such as hot dogs, sausages, popcorn and soft drinks.
Payments can be made with VISA or MasterCard cards.
For safety reasons, away team fans should consume drinks in the corridor areas and not in the stands.
After the match ends
Albanian fans may be required to remain in the stands for approximately 10–20 minutes after the end of the match.
The announcement will be made by the stadium announcer.
Be careful in the city
As in any large city, fans should be careful with personal belongings to avoid theft.
Alcohol regulations in Poland
Consumption of alcohol in public places is prohibited, except in bars, restaurants and licensed areas.
Persons under the influence of alcohol may not be allowed to enter the stadium.
Currency in Poland
The official currency is the Polish Zloty (PLN).
Bank cards are widely accepted in most shops and restaurants.
Recommendations for Albanian fans
Polish authorities warn that there is a risk of clashes between groups of hooligans before or after the match, so Albanian fans should exercise maximum caution during their stay in Warsaw.
Fans are advised to move in groups and avoid isolated areas in the city.
For security reasons, it is recommended that Albanian national symbols or colors not be displayed outside the stadium.
All fans must follow the instructions of the police, security services and organizing staff.
Legal rules in Poland
In Poland, it is completely prohibited to bring, possess or use pyrotechnic devices, flares or dangerous materials at mass events or on the way to the stadium.
Violation of this rule may result in a fine, restriction of liberty, or imprisonment from 3 months to 5 years.
The consumption of alcohol in public places is prohibited throughout the territory of Poland.
The use of symbols that promote Nazism, communism, fascism or other totalitarian systems, as well as any material that incites national, ethnic, racial or religious hatred, is prohibited. Violations are punishable by up to 3 years in prison.
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