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8.07.2019Bayer 04

Season launch with Valencia friendly: Ticket update

Sunday 4 August marks the start of the new season: Bayer 04 invite all fans to the big season launch event at the BayArena. The absolute highlight: The Werkself entertain the Spanish Champions League participants and current domestic cup holders Valencia in a friendly fixture. Tickets for the season launch are available from Tuesday 9 July at 10.00 CET.
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Tickets cost €5 – the price includes a voucher for a choice of drink. Tickets are available through the usual channels:

  • Online at the Ticket web shop      
  • By phone via the service centre on 0049 (0)214 5000 1904
  • In person at the Bayer 04 shops at the BayArena, in Leverkusen City, Bergisch Gladbach and Solingen

Initially, only the blocks in the lower tier will be open. The away section and H blocks with be closed – with the exception of the areas for wheelchair users, the deaf and the visually impaired; tickets for these groups and their carers are also available for €5.

The print@home facility is not available. Postal delivery is therefore free of charge. Alternatively, tickets can be collected a week before the event.
Season cards do not cover the season launch event. 

Lively programme with music act

Bayer 04 have again organised a full supporting programme for young and old. From noon, Werkself fans have the opportunity to explore the BayArena and make full use of the entertainment activities on the concourse. Food and drink will also be provided – snacks, hot and cold drinks are available at family-friendly prices. The match against Valencia kicks off at 14.00 CET. Peter Bosz and his players will be centre stage on the day – the squad will obviously be presented too. The following autograph session will give fans the chance to meet the Werkself and get their autographs or take selfies. The launch event ends with a music act.

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