TF S4DK Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Emirates Cup 2009 - Teams confirmedFollowing the huge success of the two previous Emirates Cup tournaments in 2007 and 2008, Arsenal Football Club is delighted to announce that Emirates Stadium will once again host a two-day pre-season tournament featuring four of Europe’s leading clubs.Emirates Cup 2009 will take place over the weekend of Saturday 1st August and Sunday 2nd August 2009, and joining the Gunners for this summer’s exciting tournament will be Scottish giants Rangers, Spanish side Atletico Madrid and leading French club Paris Saint-Germain.Similar to the previous Emirates Cup tournaments, two matches will be played on each day, with the kick-off times being at 2pm and 4.15pm, with one ticket giving fans access to both matches on that particular day.The Club is also pleased to announce that Arsenal members will receive exclusive first rights on purchasing tickets for this high profile tournament.The four participating teams boast many high profile international players who will feature over the weekend, which will also offer many Gunners supporters the first opportunity to see the Arsenal first team squad play ahead of the 2009/2010 season.The tournament kicks-off at 2pm on Saturday 1st August, with Rangers taking on Paris Saint-Germain, followed at 4.15pm with the hosts Arsenal playing Atletico Madrid.Sunday’s fixtures also start at 2pm, with Paris Saint-Germain playing Atletico Madrid, with Arsenal and Rangers bringing the competition to an exciting climax, kicking-off their match at 4.15pm on Sunday afternoon.Teams will be awarded 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw and will also earn 1 point for each goal they score in the competition. The winners will be presented with the Emirates Cup trophy after the second match on Sunday 2nd August.Arsenal Chief Executive Ivan Gazidis said: “We are delighted to be once again hosting the Emirates Cup in August 2009.“Atletico Madrid, Rangers and Paris Saint-Germain all have great pedigree and will contribute to an exciting weekend of pre-season football.“Following the huge success of the Emirates Cup tournaments in 2007 and 2008, we are delighted to once again be offering supporters the opportunity to watch two high quality matches each day over a weekend, for as little as £25 a ticket per day.“The tournament will of course, also provide a very competitive level of preparation for all the teams ahead of the 2009/2010 season.”Boutros Boutros, Emirates’ Divisional Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications, said: “Emirates is extremely excited that through our long-term partnership with Arsenal and our sponsorship of the Emirates Stadium, we are able to host this fantastic pre-season tournament for the third year running.“We look forward to watching these four teams in actions, including two of our sponsored teams in Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal.”Day admission tickets for Emirates Cup 2009, which give access to both matches in a day are available from £25 for adults and £15 for OAPs and under 16s.All further developments regarding the Emirates Cup will appear on Arsenal.com and in all official Arsenal publications. EMIRATES CUP 2009Emirates Cup 2009 - Ticket informationEMIRATES CUP 2009 TICKET DETAILS:Arsenal Football Club is delighted to announce ticket details for the forthcoming Emirates Cup 2009, to be played at Emirates Stadium over the weekend of Saturday 1st August and Sunday 2nd August 2009.Saturday 1st August 2009Rangers v Paris Saint-Germain (2pm Kick-off)Arsenal v Atletico Madrid (4.15pm Kick-off)Sunday 2nd August 2009Atletico Madrid v Paris Saint-Germain (2pm kick-off)Arsenal v Rangers (4.15pm kick-off)Arsenal members will have the first opportunity to purchase tickets for the Emirates Cup 2009. Tickets are available as follows:PLATINUM AND GOLD MEMBERS – From Wednesday 20th May 2009Platinum Members (Club Level) and Gold Members (GA Season Ticket holders) can purchase tickets from 10am on Wednesday 20th May 2009 by visiting Arsenal.com, by calling 0844 277 3625, or to personal callers to the Arsenal Box Office at Emirates Stadium.SILVER MEMBERS – From Tuesday 26th May 2009Silver Members can purchase tickets from 10am on Thursday 26th May 2009 by visiting Arsenal.com, by calling 0844 277 3625, or to personal callers to the Arsenal Box Office at Emirates Stadium.RED MEMBERS – From Wednesday 3rd June 2009Red Members can purchase tickets from 10am on Wednesday 3rd June 2009 by visiting Arsenal.com, by calling 0844 277 3625, or to personal callers to the Arsenal Box Office at Emirates Stadium.GENERAL SALE – From Wednesday 10th June 2009Tickets will go on General Sale (non-Arsenal Members) from 10am on Wednesday 10th June 2009 by visiting Arsenal.com, by calling 0844 277 3625, or to personal callers to the Arsenal Box Office at Emirates Stadium.Supporters calling from overseas to book tickets, please call + 44 (0)20 7649 9003. (Booking fees apply).Tickets are priced from:Day One: £25 to £50 for adults and £15 to £30 concessionsDay Two: £25 to £50 for adults and £15 to £30 concessionsBooking and postage fees will apply.Further ticket information, including the full range of ticket prices will feature on Arsenal.com and in all official Arsenal publications in due course.DISABLED SUPPORTERSDisabled supporters GA places are 50% discounted on full match prices and including a free place for an accompanying person. For further information, please call 020 7619 5050.RANGERS SUPPORTERSRangers FC have been given a specific allocation of tickets for both days of the tournament.Rangers FC will be selling this allocation of tickets from Monday 25 May.Rangers supporters should visit www.rangers.co.uk, or call the Rangers ticket centre on 0871 702 1972, or can purchase tickets by visiting the Rangers ticket centre at Ibrox Stadium in person Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TF S4DK Posted May 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Can't front they will struggle to fill it imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Lemons Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Some any teams.Still, best chance of silverware... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buc Nasty Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Some any teams.Still, best chance of silverware... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkman Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Some any teams.Still, best chance of silverware with this squad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The King Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mp* Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Some any teams.Still, best chance of silverware with this squad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MetaFives Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Can't front they will struggle to fill it imo.Don't be sillyBoth days will be packedWhat a ludicrous thing to sayFamilies will be out in force Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Planet Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Some any teams.Still, best chance of silverware with this squad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TF S4DK Posted May 8, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Can't front they will struggle to fill it imo.Don't be sillyBoth days will be packedWhat a ludicrous thing to sayFamilies will be out in forceThe families that would rather go on holiday or be on holiday at that time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LucaPiano Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Can't front they will struggle to fill it imo.Don't be sillyBoth days will be packedWhat a ludicrous thing to sayFamilies will be out in forceThe families that would rather go on holiday or be on holiday at that time...I agree Ryan, you can't really make statements if you have no marketing background or inteligence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n/a Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 lol^but to be honest think how many jocks there are in englandthere will be loads of them thereill prob go, cant wait to see the big summer signings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEIRELES. Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Atletico will take this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquaman Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 This cup is like a beacon for our current mediocrity.When I saw this as the last posted topic in sports room I felt a tinge of rage in my heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
will h Posted May 8, 2009 Report Share Posted May 8, 2009 Been to the last 2. I won't be going to this one. Lineup has dropped off hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roscoe Posted May 9, 2009 Report Share Posted May 9, 2009 wont be watchingdepressing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lenny Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 This cup is like a beacon for our current mediocrity.When I saw this as the last posted topic in sports room I felt a tinge of rage in my heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capricious Beats Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Nice line up.Next season will beArsenal V AltrinchamEbbsfleet United V Northwich Victoria Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Furta Posted May 10, 2009 Report Share Posted May 10, 2009 Gay cup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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