Play Off Derby - What you need to know

NEWS Friday 12th September 2025, 8:00am

by PR Team

  Edinburgh Monarchs

The Cab Direct Championship Play Offs reach fever pitch this Friday with the biggest Scottish derby in years. Armadale Stadium will host a packed house as the Stellar Monarchs face Glasgow in a tie that will be broadcast live on BSN – but nothing beats being there in person. Here's everything you need to know before you set off for the match.

Arrive Early – Big Crowd Expected

We are anticipating our largest attendance for many years, with Glasgow bringing a huge travelling support in their red and white. Car parks will be open from 6pm, turnstiles from 6:30pm, and the action begins at 7:30pm.

Please arrive early to beat the queues and make sure you don't miss a heat of this massive Play Off clash.

Tickets

We strongly recommend booking online in advance to save time at the gate. Online tickets remain available right up until start time.

Tickets will also be available to buy at the gate on Friday evening.

Book Tickets

Parking

Our car parks will be at maximum capacity by around 7:00pm. Once full, supporters will need to find alternative parking in the local area.

Please park with consideration for our neighbours – do not block driveways or narrow roads such as Mallace Avenue, and please do not park on grassed areas.

Supporters Bus

Take the hassle out of travel and hop on the Supporters Bus:

  • Departs Waterloo Place, Edinburgh at 6:15pm
  • Returns 15 minutes after the match
  • Fares: £10 adults / £3 children, payable on arrival
  • No booking needed – just arrive 10 minutes early and look out for the Ratho Coaches service packed with blue and gold!

20% Off at the Club Shop

Let's turn the terraces blue and gold! To help, we're offering 20% off all 2025 Monarchs merchandise. Stock is limited, so order online for collection or visit the Club Shop before the match to pick up your colours.

Online Club Shop

The Stakes are high!

The Monarchs have upset the predictions by making the Play Offs, and skipper Paco Castagna is clear about what comes next: "We deserve the Play Offs and that's where we are. We've upset a few predictions."

Stellar Monarchs Co-Promoter John Campbell added: "It's always special when we meet Glasgow, but with the Play Off stakes and BSN coverage, this is a night to really show what Edinburgh Monarchs Speedway is all about. We need our supporters more than ever."

Can't Make It?

The match will be shown live on British Speedway Network, the first ever Scottish derby to be broadcast on the platform. This is a chance for fans across the country to watch – and for Monarchs supporters to show their colours to a massive audience.

Live Stream

It's the biggest night of the season – so come early, book online, wear your blue and gold, and make some noise. Let's pack Armadale and back the Monarchs all the way to Play Off glory!