Sporting Stadia

Manchester etihad stadium

Overview

A hotbed of sporting activity, Manchester is proud to boast three magnificent sporting venues. Old Trafford is familiar to most as the Theatre of Dreams, home of Manchester United, but to others as one of the world’s premier cricket grounds. Across the city is the Etihad Stadium , home to Manchester City and host venue of the 2002 Commonwealth Games, an event that helped to revitalise the city and its communities. Find time to take in some sport during your stay!

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Sporting Stadia

Manchester, M11 3FF

Map references

OS Grid Ref:
SJ866986
Lat/Lng:
53.484593, -2.202694
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