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Pune 3rd December, 2014, India: Players at Liverpool FC International Football Academy – DSK Shivajians were in for a treat when the Academy located at DSK Dream City played host tothe first stop of the Trophy Tour of the Barclays Premier League 2014-15 today. Present at the event were Mr. ShirishKulkarni, President, Liverpool FC International Football Academy – DSK Shivajians, Mr. Ardeshir Jeejeebhoy, CEO, Liverpool FC International Football Academy – DSK Shivajians, Dave Rogers, Head Coach, Liverpool FC International Football Academy – DSK Shivajians, and Andrew McDougall, Barclays London.
This multi-city Trophy Tour is an opportunity for fans to get up close to the Barclays Premier League Trophy. The Barclays Premier League will host their second international fan park event called ‘Barclays Premier League Live’ at the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) Grounds at BandraKurla Complex (BKC) on the weekend of 13–14 December 2014.
Commenting on this event Mr. ShirishKulkarni, President, Liverpool FC International Football Academy-DSK Shivajianssaid, “We at Liverpool FC International Football Academy-DSK Shivajians are extremely proud to be hosting the Trophy Tour in Pune which is also the first stop in India. We are always happy to bring such exclusive football events to the city giving our students, players and fans an opportunity to get up close with the sport they love. I am confident that this opportunity will only fuel the fire, show them what dreams are made of and motivate them to give in their best.”
This unique experience will give the Indian football fans for the first time a chance to engage with the clubs participating at the Barclays Premier League in person.
Ardeshir Jeejeebhoy, CEO Liverpool FC International Football Academy - DSK Shivajians said, “The fact that Barclays Premier League is hosting its second international fan park event in India is clear indication that internationally, India is recognized as one of the largest fan base for EPL clubs in the world. This confirms that there is a lot of positive buzz for football in India which is only growing and with events like these that get the world’s best football teams closer to its fans here.”
Dave Rogers, former Liverpool FC player said, “It is a delight to watch the enthusiasm and passion people have for football in India. The Liverpool FC International Football Academy- DSK Shivajians is a great initiative to bring ‘The Liverpool Way’ to India.With years of experience and knowledge, the club has evolved to showcase the game at its highest standards that it can be played. This is a fantastic opportunity for young players in India to undergo a genuine world class LFC Academy programme where they can learn to play the Liverpool Way.”
Barclays Premier League Live is a free, interactive experience designed for fans of all ages to enjoy. There is capacity for 12,000 supporters each day and admission will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
