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2026.4.6[INFORMATION]
April 8th (Wed) ACL2 2025/26 Knockout Stage Semi-final 1st Leg vs. Bangkok United Match Information
[Match Date and Time] Wednesday, April 8th, AFC Champions League 2 2025/26 Knockout Stage Semi-final 1st Leg, Kick-off at 19:00
[Opponent Club] Bangkok United
[Location] Suita City Football Stadium
[TV Broadcast] DAZN
[Opening time] 17:00
*There is no early entry.
*Entry will be via gates 1 and 3.
Please note that gates 2 and 4 will not be used for entry.
*This information is current as of April 6th (Monday). Changes will be updated as needed.
*Although the stadium has a roof, rain may blow into the front rows depending on the wind direction. Please bring a poncho or similar item in case of rain. Umbrellas are not permitted inside the stadium.
*Cans and bottles are not permitted inside the stadium.
Please be sure to switch to a paper cup at the entrance.
■Regarding securing a place in the entrance waiting line
• You can reserve your spot from 3:00 PM the day before the match.
Gate 1: Exciting Seats, Category 1, Category 3, Category 4, Gamba Supporter Seats
Gate 3: Category 2, Category 6, Visitor Reserved Seats
*Please note that you will not be allowed to move around the concourse until all people in the waiting line have entered.
- Please note that Banpaku Park is closed between 9:00 PM and 5:30 AM the day before the match, so entry is prohibited during this time.
*Securing a place in line (by placing sheets, etc.) before 3:00 PM the day before the match is prohibited and invalid, and any sheets or other items used to mark a place in line may be removed and discarded.
- Up to 5 people per reserved spot
(For groups of 6 or more, at least two are required. However, each person is limited to reserving only one spot.)
*Please refrain from camping out overnight before the day of a match, as this will cause significant inconvenience to park managers, park users, and nearby residents.
*Reserving a spot by sticking on duct tape or similar material is prohibited because the tape, trash, and tape residue detract from the park's appearance.
■Regarding queue management
- Checking for tape application [Staff will take action as soon as they find any]
If there is tape attached, please remove it and pack the items together.
If you have luggage left in the room, we will not remove it. We also do not offer pre-packaged sets.
*Please manage your valuables yourself. We cannot be held responsible for any loss or theft.
- Head count and queue organization, then entry [2 hours and 30 minutes before the match starts (16:30)]
Please return to the line. If there are multiple people, please return to the line together.
Please gather your belongings and stand up. Please pack them in order.
Those who have not returned by the time the line was organized will be asked to go to the back of the line.
Cutting in line or joining the line late is strictly prohibited as it inconveniences other customers.
*Depending on the situation, we may also perform headcount checks and queue management in addition to the above.
■ Ticket counter on the day
Tickets will be sold on the day of the match starting two hours before kickoff.
*A handling fee of 400 yen per ticket will be charged for ticket purchases made at the ticket counter on the day of the event.
■ About the Spectator Rules
The AFC Champions League 2 2025/26 will be operated according to AFC rules,
Regardless of the opponent or venue, the use of cheering items that may cause disruption (such as flags/banners or clothing depicting the "Rising Sun Flag" or "Che Guevara") is prohibited.
If the AFC determines on the day of use that the content (including design) contains political or other offensive messages, we may ask you to refrain from using it on the spot.
Please note that photography with professional cameras is prohibited.
■To our visiting team supporters
• Visitor seats are located on the Upper levels(5th floor).
If you wish to wear support goods for the visiting team, please purchase tickets for Visitor Reserved Seats, Category 4 Mixed Fan Seating, or Category 4 FV Mix.
Except for the Visitor Reserved Seats, Category 4 Mixed Fan Seating, and Category 4 FV Mixed, all other seats are considered home areas, and therefore, wearing or using visitor uniforms or support goods is prohibited.
Please note that even if you are not wearing a visitor's uniform or merchandise, you are not permitted to support the visiting team.
Customers holding tickets for visitor seats or wearing merchandise of the visiting team will not be allowed to enter the Gamba Supporters' Seat area.
Please be aware that we will be checking your ticket and merchandise at various locations within the concourse when you enter each area.
- Banners cannot be displayed in advance. Please note that they can only be displayed after entry.
• Visitor supporter entrance queue and queue management rules
*Please be sure to check this beforehand.
https://www.gamba-osaka.net/c/english/stadium/rule_visiter.html
■ Prohibited Actions
- Items not approved by the club
- Placing banners, flags, gate flags, large flags, etc. in areas not permitted by the club.
- Use of confetti and paper streamers
- Hitting or kicking stadium equipment (including hitting or kicking chairs)
*Any other actions that the club deems to be disruptive to the match operation.
■ GAMBA OSAKA Spectator Rules and Permitted Locations for Displaying Posters
・For details, please check the Spectator Rules below.
https://www.gamba-osaka.net/c/english/stadium/rule.html
* The AFC Champions League 2 2025/26 will be operated according to AFC rules,
Regardless of the opponent or venue, the use of cheering items that may cause disruption (such as flags/banners or clothing depicting the "Rising Sun Flag" or "Che Guevara") is prohibited.
Furthermore, if the AFC determines on the day of the event that the design contains a political or other offensive message, we may ask you to refrain from using it on the spot.
■ Rules for using support banners and flags
Regarding the handling of large flags and other display items at this tournament, in addition to confirmation by the club, application to and approval from the AFC (Asian Football Confederation) are mandatory.
Therefore, any unapproved or unregistered posters are not permitted to be displayed inside the stadium, regardless of whether it is a home or away game.
Please see below for important points to note.
*Applications are no longer being accepted.
Information Desk
- Outside the stadium: Gamba Well-being Park (from 15:00)
- Inside the venue: Concourse near Gate 1(from opening time)
■Merchandise Sales
GAMBA OSAKA Official Shop Blu SPAZIO is,
[No entry from outside the venue]
[From inside the venue, it will be from 17:00 to 19:00].
- The merchandise shops inside the stadium will be open from opening time until approximately 30 minutes after the end of the match.
■Gourmet
○Inside the venue
The venue will feature 16 Oi G stalls (including drink booths) on the Lower levels.
For detailed store locations, please see the Stadium Gourmet page.
https://www.gamba-osaka.net/english/stadium/gourmet/
*Please note that cans and bottles are not permitted. Please transfer any contents to paper cups before entering.
○Outside (from 15:00)
Six stores will be opening within Gamba Well-being Park!
Please enjoy food and drinks outside the venue as well!
■ Kids Room
- Located in one place on the main side (from opening time until 30 minutes after the end of the match)
■Smoking area
The smoking area (for both conventional cigarettes and heated tobacco products) will only be available until the last 10 minutes of the session.
*Please note that the designated smoking areas for cigarettes are as follows.
■Temporary exit/re-entry
- You may leave the stadium until 10 minutes into the second half, and re-enter until 20 minutes into the second half.
■ Exit Instructions
We will be implementing staggered exits through four gates. Please cooperate with our measures to reduce crowding.
■For customers arriving by car
・If you are coming by car, you will need to purchase a parking ticket in advance.
You cannot enter the "South Parking Lot" without purchasing a parking ticket.
*Entry to and exit from the parking lot may take longer than usual.
■To customers arriving by motorcycle
• Parking is available in the "South Parking Lot".
*Reservations are not required.
Please pay the fee (210 yen) directly at the South Parking Lot.
• The entrance and exit to the South Parking Lot are the same as for cars, as described below.
■To customers who purchased parking tickets for the South Parking Lot
On match days, the entrance to the South Parking Lot will be different from usual; it will be the entrance on the side of Gate 1. The usual South Parking Lot entrance/exit will be for exit only and entry will not be permitted. Please be aware of this.
*For customers who have purchased a parking ticket, please park in the South Parking Lot after 13:00.
*Please note that entry and exit to the parking lot may take longer than usual. We ask that customers arriving by car be aware of this in advance.
Furthermore, please refrain from illegal parking near the venue, unauthorized parking at surrounding facilities, and disruptive parking of drop-off/pick-up vehicles on surrounding roads, as these cause considerable inconvenience to local residents.
On match days, we conduct parking prevention activities under the guidance of the local police.
https://www.expo70-park.jp/guide/parking/
■To customers arriving by bicycle
Customers arriving by bicycle on the day of the match must
(1) Bicycle parking area north of OFA Banpaku Football Center
(2) Please park at either the former clubhouse site behind Gate 3 or Gate 4.
*Please refrain from illegally parking bicycles near the stadium or parking them without permission at surrounding facilities, as this causes significant inconvenience to local residents.
*Two-wheeled vehicles (including mopeds) cannot be parked in the bicycle parking area.
*Customers arriving by motorcycle should park in the South Parking Lot.
■ Osaka Monorail
• Heavy congestion is expected after the match ends.
We may implement restrictions on entry to the ticket gates. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
■Regarding your visit
Please review the "Request Regarding Stadium Access" release once again, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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