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Fans will get a chance to see Chelsea FC Women in action at the International Football Festival, thanks to the government’s $70 million Major Events and Tourism Package, Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston says.
“Chelsea FC Women will take on Auckland FC Women’s Invitational XI on Saturday, August 8, at Eden Park, joining Tottenham Hotspur in New Zealand.
“It is fantastic to welcome another world-class team to New Zealand, giving football fans the chance to see Chelsea in action thanks to the government’s investment into attracting events of this calibre.
“This will be the first time a Women’s Super League club has played in New Zealand. The festival will provide a winter economic boost to Auckland by bringing buzz to hospitality and tourism businesses, creating more jobs and strengthening our economy.”
Upston says the matches will be broadcast globally, showcasing New Zealand as a world-class destination for culture, sport and entertainment.
“It’s exciting to welcome Chelsea FC Women to Eden Park as women’s football in New Zealand continues to grow, building on the legacy of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. I am proud of the work this government has done attracting these showstopper events.”
Events supported through the government’s Events Attraction Package include Linkin Park in Auckland, the Ultra Music Festival in Wellington, Robbie Williams in Auckland and Christchurch, the FIFA World Series in Auckland and the World Surf League Championship Tour in Raglan.
