Emirates Stadium

Home of Arsenal football Club

🏟️ Emirates Stadium Local Guide

Emirates Stadium is a 60,704-seat football venue in Holloway, London, and the home of Arsenal Football Club since 2006. As the fourth-largest stadium in England, it regularly hosts Premier League and European fixtures, as well as international friendlies and large-scale entertainment events. Located just minutes from Arsenal and Holloway Road stations, the stadium is a landmark of modern football infrastructure in the UK.

📝 History of Emirates Stadium

Opened in 2006, Emirates Stadium replaced Arsenal’s old Highbury ground and seats 60,704 fans. Built for £390 million, it marked a new era of financial growth and global reach for the club. The naming rights were secured through a major deal with Emirates Airlines. Since opening, it has hosted Premier League and European matches, international friendlies, and major concerts.

🚇 How to Get to Emirates Stadium

Address: Emirates Stadium, Hornsey Rd, London N7 7AJ
Tube: Arsenal Station (Piccadilly Line) – 3 min walk
Train: Finsbury Park or Highbury & Islington – 10 min walk
Bus: Routes 4, 19, 29, 253, 259 all stop nearby
🚫 Parking is extremely limited on matchdays – public transport recommended..

📌 Insider Tips

Arrive early: Queues can build up 30–60 minutes before big fixtures.
Bag policy: Only small bags allowed – check Arsenal’s official site for restrictions.
Fan zones: Open on select matchdays with food, drink, and live music.

📊 Emirates Stadium Records

First Match: Arsenal 1–1 Aston Villa (Aug 2006)
First Goal: Gilberto Silva
Highest Attendance: 60,161 vs Man United (Nov 2007)
Biggest Win: 7–0 vs Slavia Prague (2007, UCL)
Longest Unbeaten Run: 26 home games (2016–17)
Most Appearances: Theo Walcott – 208
First Hat-Trick: Adebayor vs Derby (2007)