American Hip Hop mega star Jay-Z has been confirmed as the support act for Coldplay's three stadium gigs - including Old Trafford Cricket ground - next year.

The September 2009 shows will take place at Old Trafford, Hampden Park in Glasgow and Wembley Stadium.

Coldplay's Chris Martin has been friends with Jay-Z for several years, and helped produce his new album, while the rapper features on a re-worked version of Coldplay's song Lost!

Tickets for Coldplay with Jay-Z go on sale on Friday at 9.30am.

Concert Dates:

Saturday, September 12, 2009, Manchester – Old Trafford Cricket Ground.

Wednesday, September 16, Glasgow – Hampden Park.

Saturday, September 18, London – Wembley Stadium Tour credit card hotlines: 0871 2200 260 / 0844 277 9000 / 0871 424 4444 Tickets priced at: £45 plus booking fee in Manchester and London (no reserved seating), £40 or £45 plus booking fee in Glasgow.