The FA Community Shield returns to Cardiff this weekend as Premier League champions Arsenal face FA Cup winners Manchester City at the Principality Stadium. The match kicks off at 3 pm on Sunday 16 August 2026, with supporters travelling from across the country for the traditional curtain-raiser to the new football season.
If you are driving to Cardiff, sorting your parking before you set off will make the day far easier. You can pre-book FA Community Shield parking in Cardiff through Front Row Parking and arrive knowing your space is waiting.
Community Shield Parking at Gôl Centres
Gôl Centres is on Lawrenny Avenue in Leckwith, Cardiff, CF11 8BR. Our car park is around a 25-minute walk from the Principality Stadium, keeping you close enough to enjoy the city-centre atmosphere without having to drive right up to the stadium.
Every Gôl parking booking includes a £5 bar voucher to use on food or drinks before the match. Toilets are available after your journey, our staff will be on hand when you arrive and the car park is covered by CCTV.
Minibuses are also welcome at no extra charge, making Gôl a practical option for groups travelling together. Just check in at reception when you arrive and our team will point you in the right direction for the walk into town.
Why Book Your Parking in Advance?
The Principality Stadium sits right in the centre of Cardiff, so major event days bring busy roads, changes to traffic access and heavy demand for parking. Driving around looking for a last-minute space can quickly eat into your pre-match time.
Pre-booking gives you a confirmed destination before you leave home. Gôl's location also keeps you away from the busiest streets around the stadium and can help you reach the M4 more easily after the match than parking in the heart of the city centre.
Plan Your Community Shield Matchday
The Gôl car park opens at 10:30 am, giving you plenty of time to arrive, use your bar voucher and make the walk to the stadium ahead of the 3 pm kick-off. Parking remains available until 90 minutes after the final whistle, so there is no need to rush straight back to your vehicle.
- Match: Arsenal v Manchester City
- Date: Sunday 16 August 2026
- Kick-off: 3 pm
- Venue: Principality Stadium, Cardiff
- Gôl parking address: Lawrenny Avenue, Leckwith, Cardiff, CF11 8BR
Book FA Community Shield Parking in Cardiff
Spaces are limited, so booking ahead is strongly recommended. Book your FA Community Shield parking in Cardiff and get your journey sorted before matchday.
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