Football legends arrive in Jakarta for Arsenal and Manchester United reunion match

Football legends from Arsenal and Manchester United have arrived in Jakarta for the “Champions Impact In Jakarta: The Rivalry Returns” event. The match, featuring the North London Legends against the United Legends, is scheduled to take place at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium (SUGBK) on Saturday, October 10.

During a pre-match press conference, former players including Robert Pires, Gilberto Silva, Rio Ferdinand, and Ryan Giggs expressed enthusiasm for the reunion. Pires noted the warm welcome from Indonesian fans upon his arrival. While acknowledging the intense historical rivalry between the two clubs, the players emphasized that the primary goal of the event is to provide entertainment and enjoy the camaraderie of playing together again.

Rio Ferdinand remarked that while the players are no longer at their physical peak, they aim to provide a memorable experience for the fans. Similarly, Gilberto Silva encouraged supporters to enjoy the spectacle as a special and rare moment, noting that the players' age should be taken into account regarding the intensity of the play.