WWE returns to the AO Arena this year – here’s how you can win tickets

WWE is bringing the Road to Clash in Paris tour to Manchester's AO Arena on August 26th, with top superstars in action and a special screening event on March 19th offering fans a chance to win tickets!

Exciting news for wrestling fans in Manchester! WWE is set to return to the AO Arena on Tuesday, August 26th, as part of its Road to Clash in Paris tour.

This highly anticipated event is a stop on the journey leading up to the first-ever WWE Premium Live Event in Paris, scheduled for August 31st at the Paris La Défense Arena.

In celebration of this announcement, AO will host a special screening of the iconic 1995 Royal Rumble, the same year the AO Arena first opened its doors.

WWE returns to the AO Arena

The event will take place at Junior Jacksons on Wednesday, March 19th, from 5:40 PM to 7:20 PM.

As a special treat, the first two attendees through the door will win tickets to the Road to Clash in Paris show at the AO Arena, and 100 free drinks will be available to enjoy during the screening.

Which wrestlers will be at WWE Manchester?

Fans in Manchester can look forward to seeing their favourite WWE Superstars in action, including Undisputed WWE Champion “The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes, World Heavyweight Champion GUNTHER, Jey Uso, Seth Rollins, Rhea Ripley, Sami Zayn, Charlotte Flair, Kevin Owens, Bianca Belair, Rey Mysterio, Penta, The Bloodline, WWE Women’s Champion Tiffany Stratton, and many more!

Tickets will soon be available, and fans can register for presale access at wwe.com. Additionally, Priority Pass packages offering exclusive experiences will be available through On Location.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the WWE excitement in Manchester. Mark your calendars for 19th of March and head to Junior Jacksons for a chance to win tickets and enjoy a nostalgic wrestling evening!

WWE Road to Clash in Paris Tour Dates

Friday, 22nd August: Dublin, Ireland – Friday Night SmackDown at 3Arena

Saturday, 23rd August: Liverpool, UK – M&S Bank Arena

Sunday, 24th August: Newcastle, UK – Utilita Arena

Monday, 25th August: Birmingham, UK – Monday Night Raw at bp pulse Live

Tuesday, 26th August: Manchester, UK – AO Arena

Wednesday, 27th August: Leeds, UK – First Direct Arena

Thursday, 28th August: Cardiff, UK – Utilita Arena

Friday, 29th August: Lyon, France – Friday Night SmackDown at LDLC Arena

Sunday, August 31st: Paris, France – Clash in Paris at Paris La Défense Arena

Monday, 1st September: Paris, France – Monday Night Raw at Paris La Défense Arena

What’s on at the AO Arena?

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