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Fan City comes to Devonshire Green!

Summer 2024

As the countdown to Euro 2024 intensifies, the “ultimate football Fan Zone” – Fan City is set to ignite the city's iconic Devonshire Green with the electrifying spirit of the beautiful game. 

This immersive, family-friendly 4000 capacity football village, promises an unforgettable celebration of football heritage and camaraderie for fans of all ages in the city which gave birth to the world’s first ever football team. 

Scheduled to kick-off on Friday June 14th for the Scotland v Germany game, -  ‘Fan City’ will be offering football fans the ultimate Euros Party, giving supporters the chance to come together in the heart of the city to experience all of England’s matches on the biggest outdoor screens in South Yorkshire. On Sunday, June 16, at 4 pm, England’s opening match against Serbia will be screened at the Devonshire Green site.  All non-England games will also be screened for free.

Sheffield is renowned for its football-mad mentality and Fan City is poised to deliver with an immersive atmosphere unlike any other, complemented by a jam-packed programme of live music, film screenings, family entertainment and activities and match analysis and banter from its celebrity hosts. 

Nestled in the heart of the footy fanatical Sheffield, Devonshire Green will transform into a dynamic hub of excitement and festivity, showcasing every thrilling moment of Euro 2024 on giant state-of-the-art LED screens.

But the Sheffield Football Fan Zone offers more than just a place to catch the action. It's a culinary and cultural extravaganza, with a food village serving up a tantalising array of global street food. Thirsty fans will be able to choose from an impressive selection of beverages, from ice-cold beers to signature cocktails, ensuring there's always a reason to raise a toast to victory or commiserate with fellow supporters.

And it wouldn't be a true football celebration without a nod to Sheffield's rich footballing heritage. Fan City proudly supports local football clubs, inviting them to join the festivities and providing opportunities for fundraising and community engagement. Local youth football clubs in the Sheffield area are encouraged to reach out to info@fancity.co.uk to explore collaboration possibilities.

In a statement today, an official spokesperson for Fan City, said: "We're thrilled to bring the excitement of Euro 2024 to Sheffield with Fan City.” 

"It's more than just watching matches; it's about coming together as a community, celebrating our love for the game, and we hope to finally see England lift that long-awaited trophy in the heart of Sheffield, in what is arguably the home of modern football as we know it."

In addition to live matches, Fan City will feature player Q&As, live music, and a vibrant atmosphere that captures the essence of football fandom. 

Entry to all games is free, except for England matches, which offer VIP and general admission ticket options for an enhanced viewing experience. Tickets will be going on sale for England games in April.

Kate Martin, Executive Director of City Futures at Sheffield City Council, said: “With the UEFA European Championships taking place in Germany this year, it kick starts a wonderful summer of sporting highlights, alongside the Olympics and Paralympics in Paris in July and August. Sheffield is the home of football and the world’s oldest football club and to be able to host for football fans the Fan City experience and not only watch England games, but also a month of international matches and other sporting and community events is fantastic.”

Don't miss out on the football event of the summer.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and join us at Fan City on Devonshire Green for an unforgettable celebration of football, food, and fun.

For more information, and ticket information for England’s matches visit www.fancity.co.uk and follow @fancityuk on social media for the latest updates and announcements.

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