KOLKATA: Come Sunday, football fans across Mumbai will witness something special as Sunday’s El Clasico between Real Madrid and Barcelona will be available for live public viewing in Mumbai after six years.
The match screening will be hosted at Phoenix Market city, Kurla and will see fans, La Liga partners and stakeholders and La Liga Ambassador and ex-FC Barcelona star, Patrick Kluivert being part of the show.
The match between Real Madrid and FC Barcelona is one of the most watched football matches in the world.
Speaking about the event, Jose Antonio Cachaza, managing director, La Liga India, said, “We are excited to be bringing back fan viewings, and kicking it off in Mumbai, which has some of the most passionate fans of both the clubs and La Liga. The El Clasico is one of the most thrilling football fixtures and we want to use this chance to create an unforgettable experience for the fans in Mumbai.
“We’re working closely with our global and Indian partners to make this fan viewing experience a class apart for the fans, especially with Patrick Kluivert with us on Sunday.”
Patrick Kluivert, La Liga ambassador, said, “India has, time and again, shown its love and passion for football and La Liga. I’m so happy to be coming back to experience the magic and action of El Clasico with the fans, and visit Mumbai for the first time. La Liga has planned an exceptional experience that I’m looking forward to being a part of.”
