BBC Match of the Day
April 16 - 19 1998

If you love football, you'll love BBC Match of the Day, Britain's biggest football show.

There's dozens of clubs represented and new for this year is the Premier League Pavilion and the Nationwide Village.

 What's On?
Take part in a five-a-side game, enter competitions, buy a club scarf, stand next to the Jules Rimet World Cup Trophy, and meet some of the top stars from the world of football; these are just some of the many things to do at the BBC Match of the Day Live Event.

World Cup Stadium

Eight hours of non-stop action including a mini World Cup as 32 school teams represent the countries competing in France. Plus, there's a chance to see some celebrities battle for the honours in the Celebrity Tournament.

World Cup Cinema

Whet your appetite for the coming World Cup as you view some memorable World Cup moments from the past.

The BBC Studio

Become part of a studio audience when the BBC broadcasts live from its studio at the NEC - you might even get the chance at being a presenter!

Main Stage

Non stop events every day, including a fashion show with the hottest gear on the street and a head-to-head computer challenge.

  Information
Open 9am - 6pm daily

 Tickets
Adults £8
Children (5-15)/ OAPs £5
World Cup Cinema £2 on the day (free with tickets bought in advance)
There are reductions for groups of 11 or more.

For more information or to book tickets contact:
The NEC
Tel: 0121 767 4144

or write to:
BBC Match of the Day Live Event
PO Box 3348
Birmingham B40 1NS