Ticket Information for The Play-Off Presented by Mercedes-Benz

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A Historic Final Battle for Barclays WSL Survival

For the first time in Barclays Women’s Super League history, the fight for top-flight status will be decided in a decisive, winner-takes-all clash. “The Play-Off Presented by Mercedes-Benz” brings together two sides with everything on the line—Leicester City and Charlton Athletic—in a groundbreaking fixture that will determine who earns the final place in the BWSL next season.

A New Era, A Defining Match

Leicester City, who finished bottom of the BWSL, must defend their top-tier status against a third-place finishers in the BWSL2 Charlton Athletic.

Victory guarantees a place in the BWSL in 2026/27 season, while defeat consigns the losing side to the BWSL2, making this arguably one of the most pivotal fixtures in recent women’s football history.

Match Details

  • Venue: The Valley, London
  • Date: Saturday 23 May
  • Kick-off: 12:30pm

Secure Your Seat

Fans are encouraged to be part of this historic occasion and witness the drama unfold live:

Tickets for both sets of supporters, and general fans, begins from £2, with hospitality options also available at The Valley starting from £20.

Fanzone by Baller FC

Make the most of your matchday with plenty of family-friendly fun in the Fanzone, delivered in partnership with Baller FC.

Supporters of all ages can get creative at the arts and crafts tables, with activities including badge making, poster design, and sunglasses decorating—perfect for showing off your team colours in style. There will also be a face painting station offering temporary tattoos, helping fans get fully match-ready ahead of kick-off.

Arrive early, get involved, and soak up the pre-match atmosphere before this historic play-off showdown begins.