I gave up going - getting back from a Sunday or midweek game was crazy.
Got intouch with GNE when they started off with their route culling, the suggestion they came back with was a 3 bus journey and a 2mile walk home.

However, if you live at the Metrocentre or Sage, the soccerbus is an excellent idea :p. In all seriousness though, the Magpie Mover is a good scheme.