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The Euro 2024 qualifiers haven't shaped up as planned, but there's a chance to finish on a high with the forthcoming matches. 

Here's some information which we hope you'll find useful. Please share it with your mates, tag them in the comments etc. and help us to get this info to as many Northern Ireland fans as possible. 

Our Fans Embassy is a voluntary service 'For Fans, By Fans', delivered in partnership with the Irish FA and PSNI.

𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗚𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗗 

🛬 🚌 🚕 

Helsinki has excellent transport links between the airport and the city, and the various options are well signposted.

Bus route 600 runs throughout the day and night, and the journey takes around 50 minutes. The bus leaves from just outside the terminal building. 

The train also operates most of the day and night and takes 40-50 minutes. 

A multi-journey ticket starts at €9 for one day. A four day ticket is €22.50 and can be used on the bus, train, and tram.

Tickets are available from the machines inside and outside the terminal. 

Visit hsl.fi for information on tickets. You can also access their app and pay for tickets and passes there too.

There's a taxi rank to the left exit. The fare is €35 one way, which isn't bad if there's a group of you. 

𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗗𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 🍻🍔🍝 

The main station is in the Kluuvi area of the city. If you were in Finland in 2015, this is beside the square where Northern Ireland fans gathered before the match. 

There are lots of bars and restaurants within easy walking distance of here.

Helsinki is an expensive city, as we know! 

Beers are €8+ but a couple of places will offer discounts, with the Old Irish Pub and Aussie Bar both making an effort to attract Northern Ireland fans. 

Supermarkets are cheaper, with beers starting at around €2.50.

Evening meals are upwards of €20, but the usual fast food outlets range from €10-15 and there are a couple of decent pizzerias where you can eat for around that price too.

𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗚𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗗𝗜𝗨𝗠 🚊

With very cold weather expected and lower numbers travelling than last time, the police are recommending that we use the trams to get to the stadium. 

Trams 2, 4 and 10 will get you to the Olympic Stadium. You'll need a ticket for this, but the multi journey pass will cover you.

Disembark at Töölön Kisahalli/Töölön halli (Töölö Sports Hall) and the Olympic Stadium is a few minutes' walk from here. Look out for the 'Prisma' store just before the stop.

𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗗𝗜𝗨𝗠 𝗔𝗡𝗗 

𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 🏟 

Kick off is 7pm. Northern Ireland fans will be in Sector B and gates open at 5:30pm. 

Flags can be hung then, and there's plenty of space available. 

It's been clarified that our sector is covered, but it's going to be very cold, so be sensible and get wrapped up. 

There's a storage area for larger bags outside our sector, ask a steward to direct you on arrival at the stadium. There's a €3 charge per bag. 

Tickets will be scanned. A digital or printed copy will be accepted, but make sure your phone has plenty of battery, brightness is turned up, and that the screen isn't damaged! 

Kiosks and toilets are available inside our sector. Food and drink, including alcohol is on sale, and both cash and card are accepted. 

𝗞𝗘𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 📱 

You can register for our free text updates by texting GAWA to 88802. Texts cost one standard message at your normal network rate but are free to receive. 

Our mobile contact number is also available for assistance with emergencies, such as lost passport information. The number is +447943542100; 

These communication services are provided in partnership with the PSNI. 

Other useful numbers are: 

Emergency Services - 112 

British Embassy +358 (0) 9 2286 5100

As always, have fun, stay safe, look out for each other, and remember to be a good ambassador for Northern Ireland.