Wembley fan zones: England vs. Spain Nations League clash

Hoping to move on from their frustrating summer, England will welcome World Cup winners Spain to Wembley Stadium on Saturday, for their 2026-27 Nations League A opener.

Fans of the Three Lions are sure to build a raucous atmosphere in the hours leading up to kick-off, especially in the fan zones around the stadium.

Read on as Football Ground Guide covers all you need to know about the Wembley fan zones, ahead of England's showdown against Spain this weekend.

England vs. Spain fan zones

While pubs are perhaps the more traditional setting for a pre-match drink, fan zones are an excellent location to soak in the atmosphere in the hours before kickoff.

Whether you are travelling with friends or by yourself, they are also a great way to meet fellow supporters, with fan zones often promoting social activity more so than pubs near Wembley Stadium.

East Side fan zone

A dedicated fan zone will open three-and-a-half hours before kick-off (16:15) on the East Concourse, and will close at 19:15.

Fans are invited to enjoy food, drink and live entertainment before the match – typically a resident DJ, food vendors and a bar. Keep in mind that alcohol sales will stop 30 minutes before kick-off.

Anyone looking to attend this fan zone will need a valid match ticket to enter.

Arena Square fan zone

Away fans are often able to visit a fan zone called Arena Square. This fan zone is effectively identical to the one on the east side in terms of what to expect and opening times.

Boxpark Wembley

Boxpark Wembley is expected to open for supporters at 11am before the match at Wembley. You will need a valid matchday ticket to enter and will need to purchase a general admission ticket for the venue.

What are the rules for the Wembley fan zones?

As the alcohol will undoubtedly flow, BoxPark has some strict rules that must be followed.

Banners cannot be displayed at the venue, although you can keep them in bags. Children are allowed as long as they are accompanied, so BoxPark asks that nothing be thrown in the air and that fans refrain from standing on tables.

Laser devices, knives/weapons, flares/fireworks, air horns, alcoholic beverages, unsealed bottles, and illegal substances are all banned from the venue, and there is a zero-tolerance policy on racism, anti-social behaviour and inciting hatred or abuse.

Bags will be searched upon entry, and tables cannot be reserved in advance. Bar service will end one hour before kickoff, and once you leave, you cannot re-enter unless you rejoin the entry queue.

All fanzones will be open from 11am and will stop serving alcohol approximately one hour before kickoff.

Are the Wembley fan zones free?

Tickets for Boxpark cost £10 plus a small booking fee. Please note that this only grants you entry into the fan zone, so you will also need to consider the cost of food and drink once you are inside.

The cheapest pint at Boxpark Wembley is £5.80 for a Carling, while the most expensive is £7 for a Blue Moon. They also offer other popular lagers, including Madri, Staropramen and Prahva.