English women's football powerhouse Chelsea will be coming to New Zealand to play an Auckland FC invitational side at Eden Park.
Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston said the former Women's Super League champions would be heading to Auckland on August 8.
The game will take place just a couple of weeks after English Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur plays Auckland FC on July 26.
The game will be played as part of the International Football Festival, and is being helped by the Government’s $70 million Major Events and Tourism Package.
Chelsea holds eight Women's Super League titles, six FA Cup titles, and four League Cups – making them one of the most dominant clubs in the world.
The women's football powerhouse will take on a side coached by former Football Fern Jenny Bindon on August 8. (Source: 1News)
It will be the first time a Women's Super League team has made the trip to New Zealand.
The Auckland FC Invitational XI will be coached by former Football Fern Jenny Bindon and will consist of local talent – a chance for players to showcase their skills before Auckland launches its women's team in 2027.
“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," Upston said.
“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."
Fans will be able to watch the game live and free on TVNZ+ and TVNZ 2.
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