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MATCH FOCUS | Season opener v title favourites
Championship Rugby is finally back as Bedford Blues kick off their league exploits this Saturday with one of the toughest tests of the season as they host Ealing Trailfinders at Goldington Road (Gates 12pm; KO 3pm).
Discounted tickets still available online; click here to buy today!
Big Game Preview
Blues and Ealing are deadlocked at 14 wins apiece since a first meeting in 1891, so bragging rights are at stake this Saturday. Mike Rayer’s side will be looking to build on the momentum taken from defeating Leicester Tigers on home soil in cup action two weeks ago.
Ealing picked up two very notable results when mixing it with the Premiership sides and were the only Championship club to progress to the semi-finals. After finishing second in the league last season, they’ll be desperate to regain their crown this time around and start on a strong footing.
A full sporting spectacle
Not just the action on the hallowed turf to keep you entertained this matchday as we’ll also be showing two intercity football derbies and the huge England Rugby World Cup Semi Final.
Early in the afternoon, we’ll have Liverpool v Everton (12:30), then Chelsea v Arsenal (17:30) follows the main event. Once that’s all done and dusted, all eyes turn to Paris as Steve Borthwick’s side look to topple reigning champions, South Africa (coverage starting at 19:15).
There will be room for everyone to watch the action with screens showing the action in the Burrow at the Blues, CMC Marquee, The Dovecote Park Suite, Scrum Bar and The Eagle Bar.
Food, Drink and Entertainment
Head to the ground early to sample everything we have to offer! Once through the gates why not grab a programme and visit one of our six public bars; our choice would be the newly refurbished Eagle Bar serving this week’s guest ale ‘Young’s London Special’, or for a speedy pint try Swipestation which continues in The Scrum Bar.
The mini fan village remains ever popular with the new offering of No.7 Coffee House Mobile Truck and The Cocktail Box, alongside the Dunster House Bar and Burger & Sausage Hut.
There are two other food outlets available Saturday; the refurbed catering unit by the main gates and Taylor’s Kitchen at the Scrum Hall serving hatch.
After the match, stick around with us in the CMC Marquee for live music from the highly acclaimed and returning, Rob Bartlett before the England match.
Blues Foundation Activation
This weekend’s Guard of Honour, sponsored by Bellway Homes, will be composed of pupils at Biddenham Upper School. Make sure to give them a cheer as they step out onto the pitch to form the pre-match tunnel.
Fancy supporting our charitable arm in the easiest of ways? Drop your Eco-Cup into the charity bin to raise £1 for Blues Foundation.
Club Shop
Have you purchased your new 23/24 home and away jerseys? In addition, our heritage range flew off the shelves when launched at the Leicester game so don’t miss out on our wide array of options and wear your colours with pride!
Open from one hour before kick-off, half-time and full-time; browse the entire range from leisurewear to rucksacks, keyrings to beanies.
Ticketing
The easiest way to purchase tickets is in advance online to save a massive £4 on all adult prices, click here to buy. Matchday tickets will be available on the day from the Goldington Road Ticket Office.
Please try to arrive in good time where possible to avoid lengthy queues.
Match Sponsors: Rebel Energy
Match Ball Sponsors: Parias Construction & Interiors
Man of the Match Sponsors: Trailer Resources Ltd
