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Swiss club St. Gallen has issued a warning to fans ahead of their Europa League second qualifying round first leg against Benfica on Thursday at Kybunpark Stadium. The match, scheduled for 8:00 PM local time, coincides with peak operating hours of an adjacent shopping center, raising concerns about traffic congestion. St. Gallen recommends fans use public transportation, noting that match tickets include free transport for three hours before and after the game. Special buses will run to St. Gallen and Gossau. Fans driving are barred from using the shopping center's underground parking, which is reserved for customers due to extended hours, but alternative parking with special signage will be available. The match is expected to draw one of the season's largest attendances, partly due to interest from the Portuguese community in Switzerland.
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St. Gallen has issued a special warning to fans ahead of next Thursday's Europa League qualifying match against Benfica, citing expected mobility issues around Kybunpark stadium.
Match Details
- Fixture: St. Gallen vs. Benfica
- Competition: Europa League, 2nd qualifying round, first leg
- Date: Next Thursday
- Kickoff: 8:00 PM local time (7:00 PM in mainland Portugal)
Congestion Concerns
The match coincides with the operating hours of a shopping center located adjacent to the stadium. Given the anticipated high attendance, St. Gallen fears significant congestion in accessing the venue.
Public Transportation Recommended
"We recommend that all fans traveling to the home match of the Europa League qualifying phase against Benfica use public transportation," the Swiss club warned in a statement released today.
Key measures include:
- Free transportation: All match tickets include free public transport for the three hours before and after the game.
- Special buses: Additional buses are planned after the match to facilitate fans' return to St. Gallen and Gossau.
Parking Restrictions
Fans who choose to drive will not be able to use the shopping center's underground parking lot, as spaces will be reserved for customers due to extended operating hours. St. Gallen assures that parking alternatives are available a short distance from the venue, advising visitors to follow special signage installed for the event and directions from traffic management teams.
High Expectations
Benfica's visit is generating significant interest in Switzerland, both due to the European stature of the Portuguese club and the large Portuguese community living in the country. With a very large attendance expected, the Swiss club aims to avoid traffic issues and ensure an organized arrival for the thousands of fans anticipated for one of the most important nights of the season at Kybunpark.
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