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Manchester City vs. Chelsea in December 2026: A guide to a weekend in Manchester around the match

📅 October 26, 2026 ⏱️ 5 minute read 🏟️ Sports Guides

Manchester City (Manchester City) host Chelsea (Chelsea) on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at Etihad Stadium (Etihad Stadium) in Manchester (Manchester). This is a 2026/27 season match, and those flying in for it can plan a weekend in Manchester around it. There is also a Kehlani (Kehlani) concert at Co-op Live in the city on Thursday, December 10, 2026.

When and where is Manchester City vs. Chelsea?

Manchester City vs. Chelsea takes place on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at the Etihad in Manchester. Tickets for the match are sold separately on the match page on the site.

Manchester City are the home team, and Chelsea come to Manchester as the visiting team. The Etihad is Manchester City's home stadium, and that is where the match takes place.

The 2026/27 European football season runs from August 2026 to May 2027, and Manchester City vs. Chelsea on Saturday, December 12, 2026, is part of it.

The match has its own page on the site, where you can book a ticket. The weekend plan in Manchester is built around the match date: the flight, the nights in the city, and whether to also go to the concert at Co-op Live.

What do you get with a ticket only?

A ticket only includes admission to the event; you arrange your own flight and accommodation.

Tickets for the match at the Etihad are sold this way, and tickets for Kehlani at Co-op Live are sold the same way.

What else is happening in Manchester on those days?

There is also a Kehlani concert at Co-op Live in Manchester during those days, on Thursday, December 10, 2026. Tickets for the concert are sold separately.

The concert at Co-op Live and the match at the Etihad are both in Manchester. Those arriving in the city ahead of Thursday, December 10, 2026, can see Kehlani and stay in Manchester until Manchester City vs. Chelsea on Saturday, December 12, 2026.

Those coming just for the football can plan their trip around Saturday, December 12, 2026. Those coming just for Kehlani can plan it around Thursday, December 10, 2026. That decision determines how many nights to spend in the city and when to fly.

What options are there for a weekend in Manchester?

Where can I buy tickets for Manchester City from Israel?

TikTik (TikTik) is a privately owned Israeli company that has been operating since 1997, selling tickets to football matches in Europe, tickets to concerts and festivals abroad, and organized packages.

A ticket for Manchester City vs. Chelsea at the Etihad on Saturday, December 12, 2026, can be booked on the match page on the site. This is a ticket only, for the match itself.

More about Manchester City On the Manchester City page on the website.

Which company sells the tickets?

Registered name: TikTik Sports and Concert Tourism Ltd., company no. 512550898, a family business owned by the Mizrahi family.

How do I contact a representative?

Phone: 073-2726000; WhatsApp via the button on the website.

Office hours: Sun–Thu 09:00–19:00 · Fri 09:00–14:00.

Concerts abroad in December 2026: Where to buy tickets from Israel?

A ticket for Kehlani at Co-op Live in Manchester on Thursday, December 10, 2026, can be purchased on the concert page on the site. This is a ticket only.

Book on the website or with a representative, and the service is in Hebrew.

The concert has its own page on the site, where you can book. Those who book the concert and stay in Manchester until Saturday, December 12, 2026, can book a ticket for Manchester City vs. Chelsea in the same way, on the match page.

How do you plan a weekend in Manchester around the match?

The weekend is built around Manchester City vs. Chelsea on Saturday, December 12, 2026. Those who also want to see Kehlani should arrive in Manchester ahead of Thursday, December 10, 2026.

Thursday, December 10, 2026: Kehlani at Co-op Live

Those coming to Manchester for the day can kick off the weekend with a Kehlani concert and stay in the city for the match at the Etihad.

Saturday, December 12, 2026: Manchester City vs. Chelsea at the Etihad

It's match day, the anchor of the weekend in Manchester. Manchester City host Chelsea at their home stadium.

How many nights should I plan to stay in Manchester?

For a weekend around a match or concert, two or three nights are usually planned.

Anyone attending the concert at Co-op Live as well should plan to stay in the city from Thursday, December 10, 2026, until after the match on Saturday, December 12, 2026.

When should I arrive in Manchester?

It's a good idea to get to the city a day before the event, so that a flight delay won't affect your plans.

For the match, the starting point is Saturday, December 12, 2026. For the concert, the starting point is Thursday, December 10, 2026.

What should I check before booking a flight?

It's a good idea to check the return flight time relative to the event time before booking a flight.

When should I book tickets and accommodation?

It's a good idea to book early: a date that has been definitively set fills up, and earlier there are more options for flight and accommodation.

The dates in Manchester are confirmed: Thursday, December 10, 2026, at Co-op Live, and Saturday, December 12, 2026, at the Etihad.

Where to stay in Manchester?

It is advisable to choose accommodation from which it is convenient to get to the stadium or hall by public transportation.

What should I know on match day?

On the day of the event, it is advisable to arrive at the stadium or hall early, because of the security check at the entrance.

What happens if the match or concert is postponed or canceled?

Postponed event: the ticket is valid for the new date.

Canceled event: According to the event organizer, a ticket for a new date or a refund for the ticket's value; the company handles this with the organizer and updates the customer.

Can I cancel a ticket after ordering?

A ticket to an event abroad cannot be cancelled (cancellation fee 100%), because the ticket is purchased for the customer from the moment of ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Weekend in Manchester

Which stadium are Manchester City and Chelsea playing at?

The match takes place at the Etihad, Manchester City's home stadium in Manchester, on Saturday, December 12, 2026. Manchester City are the home team, and Chelsea are the away team.

Where is Kehlani performing in Manchester?

Kehlani is performing at Co-op Live in Manchester on Thursday, December 10, 2026. A ticket only is available for the concert, which has its own page on the site where you can book.

Can you buy a match ticket without a flight and hotel?

Yes. A ticket only is available for the Manchester City vs Chelsea match on Saturday, December 12, 2026, and you can book it on the match page on the site.

Can I book both the concert and the match?

Yes. On the concert page, you can book a ticket only for Kehlani at Co-op Live, and on the match page, you can book a ticket only for Manchester City vs Chelsea at the Etihad.

Which city are the concert and match taking place in?

FAQ

When is Manchester City vs Chelsea?

On Saturday, December 12, 2026, at the Etihad in Manchester.

Who is the home team?

Manchester City host Chelsea at the Etihad, their home stadium.

Where and when is Kehlani performing in Manchester?

At Co-op Live in Manchester, on Thursday, December 10, 2026.

Can I see both Kehlani's concert and the match in Manchester?

Yes. The concert is at Co-op Live on Thursday, December 10, 2026, and the match is at the Etihad on Saturday, December 12, 2026; both the concert and the match are in Manchester.

Where can I book a ticket for the match or concert?

Each event has its own page on the site, where you can book: the Manchester City vs Chelsea match page and the Kehlani concert page.

Where can I find more information about Manchester City?

More about Manchester City on the Manchester City page on the site.

Written by Yehuda MizrahiLast updated: October 2026

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