Singapore – World Football Legends, in collaboration with StarHub, is proud to announce the upcoming StarHub Football Festival, set to take place at Our Tampines Hub on April 20th and 21st, 2024. This two-day event aims to celebrate the spirit of football, promote community engagement, and support local charities.

The festival will kick off on April 20th, commencing with coaching sessions tailored for children under 12 years old and those under 16 years old, encompassing both boys and girls, beginning at 10:00 am. It promises an exhilarating day filled with activities, running until approximately 8:00 pm. The crowning moment of the event will be an exhibition match between English Premier League legends and Singapore legends, scheduled for April 21st. Doors will open at 4:30 pm, with the kick-off slated for 5:30 pm, ensuring an unforgettable sporting spectacle.

Mr. Ian Holahan, founder of World Football Legends, expressed the festival’s objectives, saying, “At World Football Legends, our mission is to create events that not only bring communities together but also foster the growth of football, especially among young families. We believe in celebrating the legacy of the game while nurturing its future.”

“Aligned with StarHub’s ‘Football for All’ initiative, we recognise the power football has in bringing people together and fostering community spirit,” said Johan Buse, Chief of Consumer Business Group, StarHub. “We are proud to partner World Football Legends to bring StarHub Football Festival to life, allowing fans in the community to come celebrate their love and passion for the sport.”

In addition to StarHub, the event boasts a lineup of notable partners, including AirAsia, CLA Creative Lighting Asia, Field Catering, Harry’s Bar, Solitaire LLP, the Singapore Tourism Board and SISTIC. The festival also proudly collaborates with two esteemed charities, the Dyslexic Association and HCA Hospice. The event is expected to draw approximately 5,000 attendees and features a star-studded roster of football legends including the following renowned names and many more:

English Premier League Legends
• David James
• Dwight Yorke
• Teddy Sheringham
• John Arne Riise
• Wes Brown
• Glen Johnson
• Lee Sharpe
• Keith Gillespie
• Patrick Berger
• Vladimir Smicer

Singapore Legends
• Aleksandar Duric
• Rafi Ali
• Nazri Nasir
• Daniel Bennett
• Lionel Lewis
• Baihakki bin Khaizan
• Aide Iskandar
• Indra Shadan Daud
• Qiu Li
• Shahril Ishak

The festival promises an array of captivating activities and highlights, with the first day featuring coaching clinics and an array of other activities, such as workshops and meet- and-greets. The second day will showcase highlights from the previous day and feature an exhibition match between English Premier League legends and Singapore legends, creating an engaging experience for all attendees.

Ticketing information is as follows: Adult tickets are priced at $60, children under 12 at $30, adults aged 60 and above at $30, and a family package for $150, which covers admission for two children and two adults. MOVETIX is the exclusive ticketing partner from January 30 to February 5, during which tickets will not be available from any other source. After this date, tickets will be available through both MOVETIX and SISTIC. The MOVETIX platform, accessible via the airasia Superapp, is powered by Coras, with a network of partners that includes Ryanair, Pegasus, Frontier, and others. To book your tickets via MOVETIX, follow these easy steps:

1. Open the airasia Superapp
2. Click on the “MOVETIX” icon
3. Select the StarHub Football Festival event and key in the required details

Additionally, 10% of the ticket sales will be donated to the Dyslexic Association and HCA Hospice, furthering their essential community initiatives. The StarHub Football Festival seeks to emphasize the theme of “Love Football as a Family Day.” Rain or shine, the festival aims to provide a memorable day out with the family, celebrating the joy of football and community spirit.

This event aligns with Singapore’s mission to enhance the significance of grassroots football in local youth development. It underscores the belief that football goes beyond being a mere sport; it serves as a unifying force, bringing communities together and instilling a profound sense of national pride.

StarHub Football Festival takes place on 20th and 21st April 2024 at Our Tampines Hub. Tickets to SG Legends vs EPL Legends on 21st April available here