On Thursday, 30 January, Manchester United will play their final match of the Europa League league phase when they take on FCSB at the National Arena in Bucharest.
The match is of importance for both teams with automatic qualification to the Round of 16 still very much on the cards for Man Utd and FCSB. A draw should be enough for the visitors, but FCSB will more than likely need all three to get one of the coveted top eight positions.
It's a trip that Man Utd fans have been looking forward to for some time. It's a trip to a brand-new stadium, as the two clubs have never faced off before, and the city of Bucharest has plenty of cheap beer on offer for the travelling contingent.
If you are going to be one of the many Man Utd fans in Bucharest on matchday, our guide below has everything you need to know.
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How many Man Utd fans are going to Bucharest?
Man Utd were given an allocation of 2,920 tickets for the match against FCSB and they sold out very quickly. Only fans who had been to at least four other European away matches over the course of the last three seasons were successful in their applications for the match.
The Man Utd European away ticket distribution has been a point of contention this season. As part of INEOS' long list of cutbacks, the club no longer operate ticket collection for European away matches, which, as a result, has allowed touting to return to the club's European away support.
It is anticipated that many Man Utd fans will travel to Bucharest without tickets this week to soak up the atmosphere in a beautiful (and cheap!) city.
Where will Man Utd fans sit at the National Arena?
The FCSB away section is tucked away in the southeast upper tier of the National Arena, with the hosts keen to ensure away fans are heard as little as possible when visiting the stadium. Man Utd fans will enter the stadium via sections 316, 318 and 320.
Travelling Man Utd fans should be aware that the only currency accepted inside the stadium is Romanian Leu (RON). The general feel of the away end is pretty good and the concourses are spacious which is par for the course for a modern stadium.
Full fans’ matchday guide for FCSB vs Man Utd
Where to eat & drink for Man Utd fans in Bucharest
Bucharest is a beautiful city, and although sightseeing won't be at the top of most football fans' agendas, they will still leave fully appreciating the Romanian capital due to its large collection of bars and restaurants.
Man Utd fans can expect cheap pints in Bucharest, with the average cost coming in at around £2.20 per pint. Although some bars may put up a mark-up for the visit of Man Utd, fans should still be paying at least half what they would in Manchester City Centre.
Three bar recommendations in Bucharest for Manchester United fans:
- Extra Time – Strada Lipscani 82, Bucuresti 030167, Romania
- Nomad Sky Bar – Strada Smardan 30, Bucuresti 030076, Romania
- The Dubliner – Soseaua Nicolae Titulescu 18, București 011142, Romania
Man United supporters that travel to Bucharest….
Our official pub is Extra-Time on Lipscani street, no. 82.
We welcome every Man United fans there. Wednesday starting 4PM there will be discounts for pints and food, but you can pop in any time.
Any questions, give us a shout
— Manchester United Supporters' Club Romania (@MUSCRoOfficial) January 27, 2025
How to get to the National Arena: Guide for Man Utd fans in Bucharest
There are a few suggested ways to get to the National Arena from the city centre, but walking isn't one of them unless you fancy a 7.5km walk.
The quickest way to get to the stadium is to use the metro system, which operates throughout Bucharest. Fans should use the Red-40 line to Piata Muncii and then depart at Arena Nationala – from here, the stadium is a five-minute walk away.
Alternatively, fans can use the number 90 bus, which will take longer than the metro, with the total journey time lasting around 30 minutes, depending on traffic.