Old Trafford has been selected as one of only a handful of venues outside of London to be hosting matches in the Olympic Football competition. Countries from all over the world will take part in a total of nine matches at the stadium, including quarter-final and semi-final games. TeamGB men's team will play their first match at Old Trafford on the 26 July 2012. Tickets for the Olympic Football Tournament go on sale on the 29 November on a first come first served basis.
In addition, Partington Sports Village will be used as a Games-Time Training Venue for those playing at Old Trafford, and George Carnell Leisure Centre will play host to the Brazilian Paralympic Judo team.
Plans are in place to make sure the Trafford community fully benefits from the legacy of the Games, and we are working in partnership with other local agencies to inspire people to join in the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Games through physical activity, volunteering and cultural activities.
Visit this page to keep up to date with activities, opportunities and information about the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Trafford.
Jonathan Edwards presents Trafford with host borough flag
Find out how to play your part during the London 2012 Olympic Games
If you were directed here by the Trafford virtual relay, you have now been registered as a ‘runner’.
Thank you for taking part.
To see what's happening in the Virtual Relay visit our Facebook page.
For more information about our partners please click on the links below:
Olympic Ambassadors will welcome visitors from all over the UK and the world to the North West during the 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.
Trafford Schools Newsletter - December 2011
Trafford Schools Newsletter - February 2012
