April 9 – Manchester United have announced a new date for their United:LIVE roadshow, this time in Beijing, China, on April 26.
The April date follows on from the club’s United:LIVE fan party that took place in Jakarta, Indonesia, January 31.
The one-day event in Beijing will take place at the University of Science and Technology Beijing, with day’s activities building up to a live screening of the Everton vs Manchester United Premier League match.
Manchester United legends Dwight Yorke and Denis Irwin will travel to Beijing and be on hand to share some stories of their time with the club, discuss what it takes to become a professional footballer, as well as offer pre and post-match analysis.
Manchester United Group Managing Director, Richard Arnold said: “Manchester United has over 100 million followers in China and we are delighted to be able to bring United: LIVE to Beijing. We have a long standing relationship with China, dating back to 1975, and the passion and knowledge of our fans based there is always overwhelming.
“The Club has a long history of investing in youth, with our Academy structure being replicated all over the world and we hope that those lucky enough to be involved enjoy participating in the Manchester United Soccer School. Learning to play the United way is much more than learning how to kick a ball. It also educates participants on the importance of health and wellbeing as well as the attitude needed to succeed, a legacy they can go on to use in everyday life.”
Prior to the screening of the Premier League game, coaches from the Manchester United Soccer Schools will run coaching sessions for local children using the same drills, skills and values taught by professional players at the club.
United: LIVE Beijing is a free event to attend and tickets can be applied for by visiting www.manutd.com/UNITEDLIVECN. Applications are then entered into a ballot, with successful applicants being notified by email prior to the event.
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