Varsity returns to the Cledara Abbey Stadium in 2025

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The University of Cambridge will once again take on the University of Oxford at the Cledara Abbey Stadium in the 151st Varsity Match...

Cambridge United will host one of the oldest fixtures in football history for a consecutive season. Both Men’s and Women’s games will be played on Friday 21 March 2025 under the famous lights at the Cledara Abbey Stadium.

The evening kicks off at 4pm with the Women’s match, followed by the Men’s game at 7:45pm. In addition to both games, the event will be a celebration of this historic fixture with live music, street food and hospitality.

Alex Tunbridge said, "We are pleased to once again be hosting the Varsity at the Cledara Abbey Stadium, allowing us to further develop our relationship with the University of Cambridge and their student population.

"The occasions promises to be another great spectacle, that will enable the student and wider communities to come together and enjoy a high level of football."

CUAFC Student Co-Presidents Ross Harrison, Jake Parish and CUAFC Women’s President Lara Branston collectively added, “Building on the remarkable success of last year’s event, we’re thrilled for the Varsity Matches to return to the Cledara Abbey Stadium for the 151st edition of the fixture. 

"We are delighted to have the opportunity to retain last year’s momentum on-and-off the pitch, hoping to see the women’s team keep up their brilliant recent record and for the men to go one step further. We are excited to continue our fantastic relationship with Cambridge United and buzzing to announce the release of tickets today!"

Tickets are available for just £12 Adults and £6 for Under 18s - click here to buy yours now. Limited sponsorship and hospitality packages, starting at £50pp+VAT, are also available. 

Please contact dougiem@cambridgeunited.com to find out more.