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Matchday guide: Albion v Southampton

Key information for fans attending our Premier League fixture against Southampton, 2pm kick-off.

By BHAFC • 20 May 2023

By Paul Hazlewood
Albion players walking out on to The Amex pitch.

The countdown to kick-off begins here! Take a look at everything happening around The Amex this matchday.

 

Fanzone

We have very special guests, The North Carolina State University Marching Band, joining us all the way from the US! They will be performing in the fan zone from 11am and pitch side from 1.35pm.

Get your matchday selfie in the photobooth located in the East Lower Stand.

At half-time we will be joined by members of our 1983 Albion team, talking through their legendary journey to The FA Cup final.

There will be a lap of appreciation from the players and management post-match. They will leave the pitch after the final whistle and return approximately ten minutes later, to show their appreciation for your support throughout the season.

 

Travel update

Our matchday travel scheme is in operation this Sunday, where home and away fans can travel for free on buses and trains within the travel zone on production of their match ticket.

Supporters travelling by rail, please check Southern Rail’s website prior to your journey. 

Seagull Travel are running a full range of services, to book your seat tap here.

There is no Brighton Racecourse park and ride for the fixture against Southampton on Sunday.

Mill Road (BN1 8ZF), EDF, Portland Road (BN3 5SU) & Pyecombe Equestrian Centre (BN45 7EG) park & ride sites will be open from 11am.

  • Mill Road - supporters are advised to arrive early as parking spaces will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis only.
  • Pyecombe Equestrian Centre - must be booked in advance. Supporters can book Post-match pick-up will be the same as the drop-off point.
  • EDF, Portland Road – must be booked in advance. Supporters can book here. Post-match pick-up will be the same as the drop-off point.

Car Parks B & C have a limited number of spaces available, book your space here. There will be no cash sales on the day. Full car park directions can be found here.

Full travel news can be read here.

Because of the lap of appreciation following the game, Seagulls Travel coaches will now depart at 4.30pm. 

 

Match preview

We welcome Southampton to The Amex as we play our penultimate home game of this Premier League season. Read full team news here.

 

Matchday timings

 

Opening Time

Closing Time

Ticket Office

11am

Half-time

Club Superstore

10.30am & final whistle

During match & 4.45pm

Dick’s Bar*

11am & final whistle

Kick-off & 6.30pm

East, South & West Stands

12noon

5.30pm

North Stand

12noon

6.30pm

1901 Club Lounges*

11.30am

6pm

Mayo Wynne Baxter & Focus Group Lounges*

11.30am

6.30pm

Restaurants*

11.30am

6pm

Fanzone

11am

1.15pm

*Please note, all bars will stop serving 15 minutes before the scheduled closing time.

Dick’s Bar is open for home and away supporters and match tickets are required for access. Please note: Fans must be over 18 to enter.

In the 1901 Club lounges, Dick’s Bar and concourses, the TV screens will be showing Everton Women v Brighton & Hove Albion Women on FA Player pre-match, and Manchester City v Chelsea on Sky Sports post-match.

 

Bag Sizes

Bags larger than A4 (297mm x 210mm) will not be allowed into the stadium. Any bags left outside the stadium will be removed and disposed of.

 

Mobile ticketing

Please don’t forget to charge your phone before you leave for the Amex and download your tickets to your phone's wallet.

Have your pass ready before you get to the turnstiles. 

The tickets appear at the bottom of the Apple Wallet or on the Passes tab of Google Pay. You will be prompted to do this when you open Google Pay. If your phone does not have NFC please tap the 'Show Code' option.

Please note the ticket office will only be taking queries related to the Brentford fixture.

 

Can't attend?

List your match or season ticket on the ticket exchange if you're unable to make it and if it sells, you'll be credited the money back into your account after the match.

In line with usual exchange rules, all prices for tickets sold will be at an adult rate. 

1901 Club members can use the ticket transfer for a guest to attend in your place. 

 

Fan conduct

We are working hard to keep football a safe, inclusive place for everyone to enjoy. Therefore, if you witness any discriminatory or abusive behaviour, please contact our anti-social behaviour line via text or WhatsApp on 07880 196442.

See it. Say it. Sorted.

Here’s a reminder of our stadium entry guidelines, security checks will be completed ahead of you accessing the turnstiles.

 

Love Football, Protect the Game

A message from The Premier League:

As we approach the exciting season finale, people must know that the pitch is for players and the stands are for spectators. It is against the law to enter the pitch at any time and anyone who does so is liable to face a ban and police action.

Everybody should feel safe at football but pitch invasions endanger everyone because it’s impossible to tell the difference between celebration and an attack. Entering the pitch could also result in club penalties so do not spoil it for your fellow fans.

Let’s protect each other, your club and the game.

You can read more information about this initiative here.

 

Matchday hospitality

Joining us for matchday hospitality? View our full match guide for all the following information here:

  • Lounge and restaurant opening and closing times
  • Hospitality entrances
  • Dress code
  • Match menus

 

Lap of appreciation

There will be a post-match lap of appreciation following Sunday’s game.

The players and management will leave the pitch after the final whistle and return approximately ten minutes later and fans will be able to acknowledge their efforts during the season.

Although Sunday’s game is not our last home game, the club are conscious that this may be more convenient for many of our younger fans, than after Wednesday evening’s match against Manchester City.

We hope as many of you can remain after the final whistle against Southampton to show your appreciation for Roberto De Zerbi, his staff and the players as a record-breaking season draws to a close.