UEFA has confirmed that all supporters travelling to Russia for the UEFA Champions League Final clash between Chelsea and Manchester United will be able to use their match tickets as an entry visa to the Russian Federation for a period of 72 hours.

The announcement follows discussions between UEFA and the Russian Government.

The visa exemption applies to ticket holders only between the dates of 19 and 23 May 2008.

Match tickets must be kept until departure from Russia. Supporters staying longer than the 72 hours will be required to pay for a regular visa when leaving the country.