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19.12.2023Bayer 04

First friendly in the New Year against Venezia FC

Bayer 04 are set to play Venezia FC in a friendly in the first outing of 2024. The Werkself will entertain the Series B team at the BayArena on Sunday 7 January with the kick-off at 15.00 CET. That is four days after the resumption of training following a short winter break with the stadium opening at 14.00 CET. VIP visitors to the BayArena can access the relevant areas from 13.30 CET.
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Xabi Alonso's team played at the Ulrich Haberland Stadium last year on 7 January when they secured a 2-1 win against Venezia, where the former Leverkusen player Joel Pohjanpalo is now wearing the captain's armband. The team with the Finland international striker are currently second in Serie B.

Tickets for the game will initially be exclusively available in the lower tier at the BayArena. Season card holders will receive an invitation from Bayer 04 with a voucher code where they can secure the exact number of season cards on Tuesday 19 December (16.00 CET). That there is no guarantee of the usual season card seats. Tickets will then go on open sale on 21 December from 16.00 CET. Members can purchase tickets for €5 and non-members have the opportunity to watch the Bundesliga league leaders for €10.

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