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CHECK IN AT THE HOUSE OF FOOTBALL AT CLARKE QUAY FOR THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONS CUP IN SINGAPORE

Football hits fever pitch this July when Arsenal, Atlético de Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain arrive for the 2018 International Champions Cup in Singapore. In addition to three matches being played at the National Stadium on 26, 28 and 30 July, fans can lace their boots up and get in on the action with a myriad of activities and may even catch a glimpse of their favourite players at the House of Football pop-up at Clarke Quay, Singapore’s premier nightlife and dining destination.

From 20 July to 29 July, members of the public may immerse themselves in a world of football with various activities lined up at the House of Football, held in conjunction with the 2018 International Champions Cup. Taking centrestage is the Panna – a one-on-one or two-on-two challenge to nutmeg your opponent before scoring a goal. Played in a decoganal cage, players should maintain as much possession of the ball as possible in all directions –forwards, backwards or sideways. Registration to play at Panna at the House of Football or take part in the Urban Street Team’s Panna Championships is available at

http://www.urbanstreeteam.com/. Walk-ins for friendly play are also accepted subject to availability.

Other football-related activities open to public include playing foosball, themed nights hosted by La Liga and Paris Saint-Germain, and visiting and taking photos at Club Houses featuring club memorabilia by Arsenal, Atlético de Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain. Those who prefer to watch the action rather than play can look out for freestyle performances throughout the week by Urban Street Team. There will be nibbles to go with the spectating provided by Harry’s, McGettigan’s Irish Pub, and Red Tail Bar by Zouk to ensure you wine, dine and have a good time.

Fans hoping to catch a glimpse of their favourite players in the flesh may well get a chance to as the clubs make a stop at the House of Football during the week before match days! The full schedule for the House of Football at Clarke Quay is available in the appendix.

Tickets to the 2018 International Champions Cup in Singapore are currently available at www.sportshub.com.sg and will also be available for purchase at the House of Football. Starting from $28, group, family and multi-day packages with perks are also available for fans of the beautiful game. Multi-day packages include benefits such as preferred seating, Fan Zone Special Entry Pass, House of Football Special Entry Pass and even a chance to win a pass to the clubs’ official training session at the National Stadium. Members with UnionPay, the Official Payment Brand of 2018 International Champions Cup in Singaporewill enjoy a 10% discount across all categories (except Field Seats) throughout the sale period.

To bring fans close to the action, organizers have released exclusive seating by the pitch for this year’s tournament. Priced at $388, the Field Seat category – a first for both ICC in Singapore and the National Stadium – consists of 50 seats per match in a strategic location situated on the length of the pitch, right opposite the dugouts.

Fans travelling from China may get in touch with Thomas Cook China, the Official Travel Package Provider in Greater China of the 2018 International Champions Cup in Singapore.

For more information, please visit www.internationalchampionscup.sg

Appendix

Date Time Activity
Friday, 20 July 5pm – 10pm 6pm – 7pm Urban Street Team’s Panna Championships Urban Street Team’s Freestyle Soccer Performance
Saturday, 21 July 1pm – 10pm 3pm – 4pm

6pm – 7pm

Urban Street Team’s Panna Championships Urban Street Team’s Freestyle Soccer Performance
Sunday, 22 July 1pm – 10pm 3pm – 4pm

6pm – 7pm

Urban Street Team’s Panna Championships Urban Street Team’s Freestyle Soccer Performance
Monday, 23 July 5pm – 10pm Panna open to members of the public (walk-in)
Tuesday, 24 July 5pm – 10pm Panna open to members of the public (walk-in)
Wednesday, 25 July 5pm – 10pm 6pm – 7pm Urban Street Team’s Panna Championships Urban Street Team’s Freestyle Soccer Performance
Thursday, 26 July 5pm – 10pm Panna open to members of the public (walk-in)
Friday, 27 July 6pm – 11pm La Liga Spanish Night
Saturday, 28 July 1pm – 10pm 3pm – 4pm

6pm – 7pm

Urban Street Team’s Panna Championships Urban Street Team’s Freestyle Soccer Performance
Sunday, 29 July Paris Saint-Germain takeover House of Football

*Schedule accurate as of 2 July 2018, subject to change.

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About International Champions Cup

The International Champions Cup is the world’s premier annual summer soccer tournament featuring the top European clubs playing across North America, Europe and Asia. The tournament bringsworld-class soccer to the masses by organizing marquee matches that attract record-breaking crowds – including the largest recorded attendance for a soccer match in the United States. Founded in 2013, the tournament’s sixth installment will feature 18 of the top clubs in the world playing 27 matches in 22 cities across the globe, along with the first ever Women’s International Champions Cupand first ever International Champions Cup Futures event featuring top youth players from around the world. Champions Meet Here.

About Catalyst Media Group (CMG)

Catalyst Media Group, also known as Catalyst, is a young and dynamic international sports marketing business based in Hong Kong with representative offices in Shanghai, Beijing and Singapore respectively, which is committed to create, acquire, develop and advise premium sports properties and entertainment projects. Catalyst’s activities and networks span the globe, with a focus on Asia-Pacific and in particular the most in-demand sports market in the world: China. Catalyst is the exclusive developer of the International Champions Cup in the Asia-Pacific region, as well as the global distributor of the event media rights.

Media Contacts

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About Clarke Quay

Located along the iconic Singapore River at the fringe of Singapore’s Central Business District, Clarke Quay sits on a historical commercial site dating back to the 19th Century. Today, Clarke Quay has been boldly restored and refurbished into five beautiful waterfront godowns under a climate controlled canopy illuminated by coloured lighting, creating a modern and cosmopolitan ambience amidst the tradition and history. Owned by CapitaLand Mall Trust and managed by CapitaLand Mall Asia, Clarke Quay plays host to a wide array of more than 60 restaurants, wine bars, and entertainment outlets, attracting about one million visitors every month.

Clarke Quay was crowned Singapore’s best nightspot at the 2014 AsiaOne People’s Choice Awards, organised by AsiaOne, Singapore’s leading news portal. Clarke Quay was awarded the 2015 Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor and identified by TripAdvisor as one of 50 iconic places to visit in Singapore, based on the travel website’s data on most-reviewed attraction and eateries.

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Elene Foo (Ms)
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Clarke Quay
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Aaron Goh (Mr)
Executive, Marketing Communications
Clarke Quay
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Executive, Marketing Communications
Clarke Quay
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