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MATCH FOCUS | Saracens return to Bedford
Bedford Blues head back under the Friday Night Lights this week when they entertain European Heavyweights, Saracens at Goldington Road (Gates Open 5pm; KO 7:45pm).
Usual ticket discounts remain, so save £4 and purchase online simply by clicking here.
Big Game Preview – English giants in town!
A first meeting at GR since 2018 as two sides with attacking intent look to put on a show in what is the penultimate runout for both sides before their domestic campaigns.
Familiar foes, following a dual registration agreement for several seasons pre-covid, the two clubs remain close friends. Many supporters will remember loanees such as Jackson Wray, Henry Fraser, Tom Griffiths et al, whilst noting players joining us permanently, such as Jake Sharp, Luke Baldwin, Nick Fenton-Wells etc, and not forgetting players developed at Bedford before moving on to Sarries; Duncan Taylor, Mouritz Botha, Mark Flanagan to name a few.
Mike Rayer’s men step back out onto the hallowed turf expecting a step up in intensity and challenge, just two weeks out from the Championship season. Two upcoming games against Premiership sides, including next week’s Mobbs Memorial Match v Northampton Saints, will be the perfect preparation for the league calendar.
Fresh from a training camp on the Algarve, Saracens will be fully loaded minus their England stars, as they begin their pre-season schedule ahead of mounting another challenge for the Premiership title.
New Away Shirt Launch – get yours in the club shop!
While our home jersey remains the same design for 2024/25, Mike Rayer’s side will be sporting a fresh, new away strip on Friday in partnership with kit providers, Gilbert.
Head over to our social media channels on matchday morning for the full reveal and launch of our latest ‘Different Shade of Blue’, available online immediately or in the club shop at the big game – usual hours of one hour before KO, at half-time and at the end of proceedings. The newest items from our revamped leisurewear range will also be available.
If you can’t wait until then to get your hands on the new threads, No.7 Coffee House will have a limited amount available in store throughout Friday.
Half-Time Activation – win a new jersey!
An additional way to be the first to get hands on our new design will be by taking part in our Half Time competition. brought to you by Kronenberg 1664 lager. Checkout how to enter on social media; and simply take a line-out throw and land it 16.64 metres away on the halfway line.
Food, Drink and Entertainment – the place to be!
Head to the ground early from gates opening at 5pm, purchase a matchday programme upon entrance and sample everything we have to offer!
All venues around the ground will be open, excluding the Rebel Bar. That means there’s plenty of places to beat the queues and enjoy top quality rugby with a pint in hand!
Kronenbourg 1664 hits the taps as two historic brands unite! To celebrate, get a pint in the CMC Marquee, which is open to the public all night, at just £3 with Happy Hours between 1664 (5:04pm) and 1886 (7:26pm)!
The Marquee really is the perfect hangout spot before and after the game. Sam Roberts will host a Q&A with big-name England internationals at 6:45pm before live music from Sophia Soul prior to kick off to get everyone in the mood, and again post-game to kickstart the weekend.
Over in the Mini Fan Village, No.7 Coffee House make a return to join the usual favourites of the Cabin Bar and the Burger & Sausage Hut – one of four places serving hot food this Friday, along with Taylor’s Kitchen from the Scrum Bar serving hatch, Chicken George from the Burrow window and the Burger & Chips Trailer at the main gates.
Next to the fan village, you will also find a brand-new unisex toilet block which opens on the evening to service the increased popularity of this area.
Hospitality – last chance!
LAST CHANCE! The only Hospitality venue with space remaining this Friday night is The Dovecote Park Suite. Book individual places with some of the best seats in the house by clicking the button below to upgrade your matchday experience.
Guests will also benefit from a visit by England internationals prior to kick-off to chat the huge game out on the hallowed turf.
Blues Foundation Activation
This week’s Guard of Honour, sponsored by Bellway Homes, will be formed of visiting club, St Neots’ U10s. Make sure to give them and today’s mascot a loud cheer as they step out onto the pitch for the pre-match tunnel.
ST Collection & General Ticketing
Buy tickets online and save a massive £4 on all adult prices, click here to buy as a host of international players venture to Goldington Road.
Supporters who have purchased physical Season Ticket cards this season, and would like to collect on matchday, please go to the back Ticket Office window, which is located adjacent to the main gates. This match is again included in your Season Ticket package.
Match Sponsor: Abbey Precision
Match Ball Sponsor: Bullerwell
Man of the Match Sponsor: KB Pallets
