Sutton United travel to face Gateshead this Friday in a National League fixture televised for a national audience. The match kicks off at 7:45pm at the Gateshead International Stadium, with the visitors set to wear their lavender third kit for the occasion. This information was detailed in Sutton United Football Club's official match pack.
Sutton head north sitting second in the National League table with a perfect record of three wins from three games. They have scored six goals and conceded just one, giving them a goal difference of plus five. Their recent form reads as three consecutive victories.
The game will be broadcast live on National League TV. Fans can purchase a single match pass, or opt for a Season Pass priced at £129.99 for the 2026/27 campaign. This pass provides live access to every National League match, over 400 exclusive live games, all play-off fixtures and finals across the three divisions, plus full match replays and highlights. A monthly pass is available for £19.99, or an annual pay-monthly plan costs £14.99 per month.
The app can be downloaded on smart TVs, phones, tablets, consoles, or streaming devices. For supporters preferring a communal atmosphere, Rowlen’s Bar will show the coverage live with doors opening at 7pm. An audio commentary will also be available via Mixlr, with a link posted on the club's social media channels before kick-off.
Tickets for the away section can be bought in advance from Gateshead’s ticketing website. Pricing is set at £22 for Adults (22-64), £17 for Concessions (65+, Blue Light, Serving & Veteran Armed Forces), £12 for Young Adults (17-21), and £7 for Youth (14-16). Buyers have a 15-minute window to complete their purchase after selecting a ticket type, and must provide full name, email, phone number, and home address. Tickets are non-refundable except for match postponement or cancellation.
For those driving, the stadium address is Neilson Road, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE10 0EF. It is a short drive from Gateshead town centre on the A184 Felling Bypass. Parking at the stadium is on a first-come, first-served basis and is often free. Rail travel involves a LNER service from King's Cross to Newcastle, a journey of about three hours, followed by a Metro to Gateshead Stadium station. The last train back to London departs Newcastle at 9:58pm. The club is running a supporters' coach, departing Gander Green Lane at 10am with a fare of £60.
The official in charge is Garreth Rhodes, who is in his ninth season as a National League referee. Rhodes has taken charge of several League Two games since March 2025 and refereed Sutton's matches at Morecambe and Scunthorpe during the previous campaign. He will be assisted by Jamie Waters and Graeme Fyvie, with Matthew Malton acting as the fourth official.
Friday's game is a chance for Sutton to maintain their strong early-season momentum. Their solid defensive record, conceding only once, will be tested on the road. The fixture is a key part of a busy period, with future matches listed on our fixtures schedule.
