MATCH
ROSS COUNTY FC V ABERDEEN FC 27.09.2023 LEAGUE CUP QUARTER FINAL

TRAVEL TO THE GAME
Please check with Traffic Scotland for any issues before you travel and listen to traffic alerts on the radio.

AWAY STANDS IN USE
Aberdeen FC will be accommodated in the North Stand

TURNSTILES OPEN
Turnstiles will open at 6.45pm. Please arrive as early as possible to allow for a safe entry. AFC Support will enter via turnstiles 1-4.

CASH GATES
There will be the facility to purchase tickets at the away kiosk opposite the main stand. It will open at 5.30pm.

ANY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
Blue Badge holders and supporters requiring accessible parking should ensure that their reg number has been passed to AFC Ticket Office in order that it can be passed to Ross County FC. Please do not turn up on the day as there may not be facilities to accommodate.

WEATHER
12 degrees, 90% chance of heavy rain and strong winds. Please note a weather warning is in place for Wednesday into Thursday.

PARKING
Buses will park in the North Car Park. Once over the bridge at the stadium entry point, buses will be directed by Stewards. There is no public car parking at the stadium. Car parking is available in the town. Be mindful of any parking restrictions.

POST MATCH TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
No vehicles should leave the car parks until the pedestrian support has cleared the confines of the stadium and passed over the bridge leading to the town. Once this is clear traffic may be released from the car parks.

KIOSKS
Cash and contactless.

AWAY STANDS IN USE
Aberdeen FC will be accommodated in the North Stand.

INCURSIONS
Please do not enter onto the track or field of play unless instructed to do so by Stewards or Police. This can lead to ejection from the stadium and arrest.

SMOKING/VAPING
The seating decks and concourses are designated NO SMOKING areas, and this includes E-cigarettes.

DAMAGE
Any damage caused to seating will cost AFC, and that includes, toilets and other fitments.

SEARCHING
Supporters should expect to be searched. All bags will be searched. If you don’t need your bag, please don’t take it.

FLAGS
No surfing flags or excessively large poles. Flags and banners must conform to the relevant fire regulations. No flags to overhang advertising boards or cause obstruction or danger to other members of the public. The size of the flag is at the discretion of the home club Safety Team.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Any drums or other musical instruments must be authorised by the host club.

GROUND REGULATIONS

VENUE SECURITY
All spectators are reminded that security is the responsibility of all those at the ground and not just safety and security personnel. If you see something suspicious or unsafe, please report this to the nearest member of stadium staff, Steward or Club Staff Member.

PYROTECHNICS
Please be aware of the recently enacted law regarding pyrotechnics. (Fireworks and Pyrotechnic Articles (Scotland) Act 2022)
(Prohibition of pyrotechnic articles at designated venues or events). It is an offence for a person, without reasonable excuse, to possess a pyrotechnic article while the person is in a public area or at a designated venue or while at a designated event. Do not pick up any pyrotechnic devices as you don’t know what type it is. Some explode after flaring or smoking. Smoke alone can have serious health issues for asthmatics and those with bronchial or other health issues.

UNACCEPTABLE CONDUCT:- As at all fixtures, unacceptable conduct will not be tolerated. Any individuals attending the match who are found to have engaged in unacceptable conduct may have disciplinary action taken against them. This may include removal of ticketing privileges for games, removal of season tickets and bans from stadiums for a specified period/or other appropriate sanctions. Unacceptable Conduct may also lead to criminal charges.
Both Clubs operate a zero‐tolerance policy towards racism. Inappropriate/offensive songs should not be sung and dependant on the content, could be followed up by the clubs and Police Scotland.