Macclesfield FC Hosts Chester FC: Match Preview

Macclesfield FC will host Chester FC in a key Enterprise National League North Play-off Eliminator B match this evening at the Leasing.com Stadium. Both teams are vying for a chance to progress to the Semi Finals, where they will face Kidderminster Harriers.
Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, April 28, 2026
- Kick-Off: 19:45
- Venue: Leasing.com Stadium, London Road, Macclesfield, SK11 7SP
Kit Colours
- Macclesfield FC: Blue/Blue/White
- Chester FC: Yellow/Yellow/Yellow
Ticket Information
This match is strictly all ticket, available for purchase in advance. Ticket prices are as follows:
| Category | Seated | Standing |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £19 | £18 |
| Concession | £15 | £14 |
| Student | £12 | £11 |
| U18 | £9 | £8 |
| U12 | £4 | £3.50 |
Disabled and carer tickets can be obtained from the Club Reception with identification. Concessions will need to provide relevant ID upon entry. An adult must accompany all Under-12s.
Team News
Macclesfield FC has no new injury concerns heading into this fixture. Brandon Lee and Danny Elliott remain sidelined with long-term injuries. More team updates will be released an hour before the match begins.
Match Arrangements
Tonight’s game will be broadcast live on DAZN starting at 19:30. Gates will open for general admission at 18:30, and fans are encouraged to arrive early due to expected queues. A limited number of walk-up tickets will be available to home supporters starting at 17:30, subject to ID verification.
Bar Twenty Seven will operate normally, providing hospitality for guests in the Westwood VIP Lounge and the Atelier Executive Lounge, accessible from 18:00. Security measures will include thorough searches and a search dog presence to prevent banned items, including pyrotechnics.
Access and Conduct
Travelling fans must enter the stadium via designated turnstiles. Official club merchandise will be offered at the academy kiosk from 17:15. Supporters near the ID Unlimited main stand should be aware that access will be blocked 15 minutes prior to kick-off to reserve the match officials’ technical areas.
Please be considerate of local residents during arrival and departure, especially given the match’s late finish.
Match Updates
Audio commentary will be available on the club’s Mixlr channel starting at 19:30. Live updates can be found on Macclesfield FC’s social media platforms, including X, Instagram, and Facebook.
Play-off Games on Wednesday Night
Other play-off matches scheduled for tonight include:
- Boreham Wood vs Forest Green Rovers
- Dorking Wanderers vs Maidenhead United
- Aveley vs Brentwood Town
- Billericay Town vs Chatham Town
- Farnham Town vs Berkhamstead
- Gloucester vs Poole Town




