Simon B wrote:
Venue confirmed by NZF:
Christchurch’s One NZ Stadium to Host Historic Delivereasy Chatham Cup and Kate Sheppard Cup Finals
Double-header on Saturday 5th (KSC 1pm, CC 4pm), free entry.
Kudos to NZF to listening to what non Auckland football fans wanted.
Gives the stadium operators a chance to trial changing all the markings, posts etc from rugby to football.
New Zealand Football general manager of competitions and international events Lisa Jones said taking the finals back to Christchurch after more than 10 years was a major step for the region.
Gives the stadium operators a chance to trial changing all the markings, posts etc from rugby to football.
New Zealand Football general manager of competitions and international events Lisa Jones said taking the finals back to Christchurch after more than 10 years was a major step for the region.
New Zealand Football chief executive Andrew Pragnell said it was fantastic to have both knockout cup deciders as the maiden football matches at the stadium.
Pragnell added that South Island representation in both deciders comes during a significant period for football in the south, noting the All Whites are scheduled to play India at One NZ Stadium on November 15, alongside ongoing efforts to secure a third A-League team for the South Island.
The Kate Sheppard Cup final kicks off at 1pm on September 5, followed by the Chatham Cup final at 4pm.