Fan zone opens ahead of FA Cup clash

The Terrace has a maximum capacity of 1,000 but can expand to 3,000 in the warmer months

A fan zone at Brighton & Hove Albion's stadium has opened ahead of their FA Cup clash with Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

The fan zone, called the Terrace, has a normal capacity of 1,000 but can cater for 3,000 people in the warmer months, the club said.

The Seagulls, who play their home matches at the Amex Stadium, said the fan zone is the "biggest in the Premier League".

It shows live sport and has four Sussex-based kitchens catering food and drink for supporters on matchdays.

Ahead of its premiere, Brighton's deputy chairman and chief executive, Paul Barber, said: "I know our fans are looking forward to the opening of The Terrace and are extremely excited to see these plans come to life.

"The Terrace will provide a fantastic place for fans to meet, watch live sport, and enjoy an excellent range of food and drink, working with top local suppliers to deliver a high-quality offering."

On the opening day, it will be open from 11:00 GMT to 23:00 and show the first FA Cup quarter-final of the weekend at 12:15, between Fulham and Cystal Palace.

There will be performances by live bands, a DJ set and special guest interviews.

The Terrace will also provide a screening of Albion's away premier League matches at Crystal Palace and Brentford.

Brighton's FA Cup match against Nottingham Forest kicks off at at the Amex Stadium at 17:15 and is live on BBC One, with live commentary on BBC Radio Sussex.