Huge Co-op Live concert, Premier League title decider and good weather as Manchester prepares for a super Sunday

With a Premier League title decider, a huge Co-op Live concert and one of the hottest days of the year so far, tomorrow is going to be a huge day for Manchester. Manchester City face West Ham United tomorrow afternoon at the Etihad Stadium, knowing that three points will secure a record fourth consecutive title.

Then, just over the road in East Manchester, American music star Barry Manilow will be playing at Co-op Live tomorrow night. It will be the first time a City game and a concert at Co-op Live have taken place on the same day.

Warnings have already been issued by transport chiefs that roads and public transport are expected to be congested. Another factor will be the expected favorable weather, with forecasts suggesting the mercury will hit 23C tomorrow with sunny spells throughout the day.

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With football supporters and music fans converging on east Manchester, people are being advised to plan their journey in advance. Barry Manilow concert ticket holders can use Metrolink for free for four hours before and after the show.

Manilow tickets can also be used on post-event shuttle buses from Co-op Live to the city centre. However, commercial bus travel is not included in event tickets. Parking at Co-op Live is already sold out for the concert.

Double trams are in place for football fans, there is also a shuttle bus service to the city center and 17 supporter bus services serving routes across Greater Manchester. There are also walking routes from east Manchester to the city centre.

Danny Vaughan, Chief Network Officer at TfGM, said: “We expect it to be a very busy Sunday with Barry Manilow in town and Manchester City on the brink of a fourth consecutive Premier League title – that’s why we’ve worked with partners. on plans to ensure our transport network is as robust as possible on the day.

“We want everyone to have a great time and encourage those going to Etihad or Co-op Live to use public transport for their journeys or consider walking, cycling or cycling as the best way to get to and from the destination.

“The planning and preparation for such events is done in great detail and there will be plenty of staff on hand to help and support people heading to and from the destination.

“Improved bus and tram services will be implemented and we will also monitor the network and provide up-to-date travel information so that people’s journeys are as smooth as possible.”