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Lee Carsley’s First England Squad: Key Changes and Upcoming Matches

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After their second consecutive European Final defeat, Gareth Southgate announced his departure and stepped down from his role as England head coach. After what had been a whirlwind 10 years in charge, Southgate’s time at the helm was one that gave England fans their first hopes of success in years, with many dreaming that it could finally be ‘England’s Year’.

After coming mightily close, silverware wasn’t to be in the end for Southgate who was credited for bringing the country together by the hope and positivity he had created around the England camp. Southgate’s departure brought with it much speculation on a replacement. Graham Potter and Eddie Howe were both mentioned as potential candidates, however, it was England Under 21s manager, Lee Carsley who stepped up to the plate and took charge.

Here at Engage, we take a look ahead to Carsley’s first Nations League game in charge as England boss, and what we might expect from him in the games to come after his first team selection.

Carsley’s First England Team Selection

The first UEFA Nations League fixtures of the new football season mark the start of Lee Carsley’s tenure in charge as England head coach. The fixtures have also allowed Carsley to pick his first England team to face Ireland and Finland on the 7th and 10th September.

After much criticism surrounding Southgate’s team selections, with many accusing him of not picking players based on form, the pressure was on for Carsley immediately. However, the reaction to the team was positive with some outlets describing it as ‘brave’ and ‘exciting’ with the addition of young talent.

It appears Carsley has gone with the aim of selecting players the Irishman has previously worked with. Angel Gomes, Tino Livramento, Noni Madueke and Morgan Gibbs-White have all received their first senior international call-up having all played for England at youth level.

Nick Pope has also been reintroduced to the squad replacing Aaron Ramsdale. Meanwhile, Kyle Walker’s lack of playing time for Manchester City this season sees him dropped from the squad. Walker’s exclusion may come as a shock to many, having been named in the Euro 2024 Team of the Tournament.

Levi Colwill, Harry Maguire and Walker’s Manchester City teammates, Jack Grealish and Rico Lewis also all return to the England squad.

So with what seems like a promising squad of young talent, what can we expect in Carsley’s first games?

Upcoming Fixtures

After being employed as interim head coach by the FA, Carsley has said he hasn’t been considering taking the role up permanently or thinking about whether he will be offered it, however, there is no doubt he will be keen to impress with his first games in charge. Especially considering the negativity surrounding England teams in the past, Carsley will be cautious about making sure his squad performs to the best of their abilities.

The first task Carsley will be dealt involves the nation he played for himself. On the 7th September, England will travel to Dublin to begin their UEFA Nations League campaign away at Ireland. The last time the sides met was in 2020 as England came out as 3-0 winners courtesy of goals from Harry Maguire, Jadon Sancho and Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

In what should be another comfortable victory for England, Carsley will be keen to show intent and ruthlessness in the hope he can prove that he is the man for the job.

England will then be in action only 3 days later as they host Finland in the second game of the Nations League at Wembley. England haven’t faced the Scandinavian side since 2001 as part of the 2002 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. The Three Lions triumphed 2-1 that day maintaining their unbeaten record against Finland. Having faced Finland 11 times in their history, England are unbeaten and have won 9 of those encounters. Carsley will be doing the utmost to make sure that impressive record continues.

With Greece, being the third side in England’s group, Carsley will have to wait until October before he can prepare to face the Euro 2004 winners. Greece are another side that England are unbeaten against, winning seven of their nine meetings.

In what is a fairly comfortable Nations League group, England should be able to get over the line with little hassle considering the strength of their squad. However, Carsley will be wary of any possible complacency and he will be eager to take none of these three sides lightly.

Do you think Lee Carsley is the man for the England job? He certainly joins a list of great former England managers, including Alf Ramsey, Bobby Robson and Sven-Goran Eriksson. The pressure is on for the former Irish international, but will he be able to deliver? With a strong team of talented individuals consisting of experience and youth, there is no reason why not. Find out with Engage how he will get on with hospitality for all three of England’s UEFA Nations League home fixtures!

England Rugby: Can Steve Borthwick Deliver Silverware?

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As 2024’s fantastic summer of sport comes to a close, winter is just on the horizon. With excellent events and hospitality on show throughout the colder months and into 2025, here at Engage we take a look at England’s Rugby Team and how they might fare as the new rugby season comes back around.

The 2023/24 National Rugby Union season saw some scintillating action, brilliant performances and incredible atmospheres as rugby fans were treated to both the Rugby World Cup 2023 and the Guinness Six Nations 2024. With a third place finish in both the Rugby World Cup and the Guinness Six Nations, it was a relatively successful campaign for the Three Lions.

We take a look back on last year’s campaign, how England got on, key players and how they might play this season in the Autumn Nations Series 2024 and the Guinness Six Nations 2025. Want to see if England can bring home some silverware yourself? Watch both competitions live from the best seats in the house with Engage Hospitality.

Rugby World Cup 2023

In the tenth Rugby World Cup, France played host to seven weeks of scintillating rugby as South Africa retained their title from 2019 defeating New Zealand in the final. It was the Springboks’ fourth World Cup title as they edged out the All Blacks, 12 points to 11 in a thrilling contest under the Saint-Denis floodlights.

England’s 2023 Rugby World Cup campaign did raise a few eyebrows and was relatively successful by many England supporters’ accounts. England went in as 6th favourites to lift the trophy and they were only eliminated by the eventual champions in the semi-final losing by one point in another thrilling encounter.

England began their World Cup campaign with victory over Australia in Pool D. They followed this up with victory over Japan before an emphatic win over Chile, 71-0. Capping off a perfect start to the tournament they beat Samoa narrowly to advance to the quarter final where they were victorious over Fiji.

Many expected a drubbing when England were matched up against South Africa in the semi-final, however, it was agony in the end for the Three Lions, losing by one point, with South Africa dampening hopes of a final against the All Blacks.

However, after defeat to the Springboks, England bounced back in Saint-Denis to beat Argentina 26-23 in the bronze medal match to make the tournament worthwhile.

Although it wasn’t the medal they would have wanted, England could look back on a tournament where they had surpassed predictions and proved a lot of the experts wrong.

There were also some standout individual performances in the England camp as Owen Farrell boasted the highest points scored of the entire tournament with an incredible 75, while George Ford was a bit further down the list on 41 in 9th. Meanwhile Henry Arundell scored the 4th most tries in the tournament as he racked up 5 with Ben Earl ranking second in tackles made on 80.

With some brilliant talent on show, England will be hopeful that they can maintain this form as they approach both the Autumn Nations Series 2024 and the Guinness Six Nations 2025.

Guinness Six Nations 2024

Next up on the calendar for England was the 2024 Guinness Six Nations. The Six Nations is an annual competition taking place between six different national rugby union sides: Italy, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, France and England. It is a historic series that began in 1883 as teams from the Home Nations take on one another in a battle to top the table. Its long history makes it one of the most renowned competitions in the sporting world. So how did England get on?

Head coach, Steve Borthwick was keen to carry on his team’s impressive performance from the Autumn with aspirations of challenging for the Six Nations title. England began their Six Nations campaign with victories over both Italy and Wales, however, they fell short to Scotland at Murrayfield in a shock defeat to their bitter rivals.

England were forced to regroup, and regroup they did. Next up, England hosted, favourites for the title, Ireland at Twickenham with many predicting it to only go one way. However, an upset saw England pull off a narrow victory in front of a home crowd with a last minute Marcus Smith drop-goal to decide the match.

With their tails up, England failed to capitalise in Lyon as they were defeated by a strong France side 33-31, while Ireland beat Scotland to lift their 6th Six Nations trophy.

A third placed finish for England matched the predictions of the experts prior to play. With that said, after victory over Ireland, defeat to Scotland and a narrow defeat to France, they will look back on a tournament of what could have been. Borthwick and his team will be gunning to make amends in 2025.

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England Rugby in 2024 and 2025

So how will England take on the challenges of two series once again this season? They will begin with the Autumn Nations Series, a month of international games against some of the best teams in the world taking on New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and Japan at Twickenham. Starting on November 2nd, each weekend throughout November, the Three Lions will host one of the four sides as the World Finalists make their first appearance on English ground since their World Cup triumph.

Want to see England challenge the very best this Autumn? Check out Engage’s brilliant hospitality for each international game this Autumn in their famous ICON hospitality.

Can’t make the Autumn fixtures? Don’t worry, Engage are also offering some hospitality for the oldest rugby tournament in the world, the 2025 Guinness Six Nations. Be part of history and watch as Steve Borthwick aims to steer England to their eighth Six Nations victory and surpass their own record.

From Engage’s ICON facilities you can watch all the action while enjoying world-renowned guest speakers, a fabulous dining experience and a brilliant atmosphere at Twickenham, the home of English Rugby. England play France, Scotland and Italy at Twickenham in 2025, make sure you’re there to see this talented side!

The AIG Women’s Open 2024: Preview

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After what has been a long-winded season of Women’s Golf Majors in 2024, the AIG 2024 Women’s Open closes the curtain on a fantastic campaign. With an exciting battle expected to commence, the best players in the world will compete for the famous trophy at St Andrews’ Old Course on the 22nd August. Here at Engage we’ll provide everything you need to know including the favourites and any British contingency involved.

Setting her up well for this weekend’s contest, Lauren Coughlin took the win at the Women’s Scottish Open on Sunday. Winning by 4 shots, Coughlin took the title at Dundonald Links in Ayrshire securing her place in the USA team for the Solheim Cup. Coughlin’s third round score of 66 (6 under par) set herself apart from the rest of the field, beating Germany’s Esther Henseleit to the trophy. Although Henseleit matched Coughlin’s third round score, the American’s consistency across the weekend was pivotal in her victory.

Coughlin, who has never won a Major, was excellent throughout the whole weekend and a class apart from the rest of the field which will boost her confidence for The Open starting this Thursday.

Meanwhile, in the 2024 Men’s Open, it was fellow American Xander Schauffele who took the title back in July beating Justin Rose and Brian Horschel by two shots. Will Coughlin be able to make it an American Double on Scottish ground once again?

Favourites for 2024

Walton Heath Golf Club in Tadworth hosted the 47th version of the event in 2023 and witnessed a dominant display from Lilia Vu. The American won by six shots last year with an astonishing final round going 5 under to beat England’s Charley Hull. After two Majors wins in 2023 but a back injury hindering her 2024 season, will she be able to defend her title at St Andrews?

As mentioned, fellow American Lauren Coughlin will be keen to carry on her momentum after victory at the Scottish Open while, World Number One, Nelly Korda is also a keen favourite. Korda won the 2024 Chevron Championship to add the second Major of her career back in April, the same competition Vu won back in 2023. Korda boasts impressive form in 2024 aside from Majors as the Chevron Championship was her fifth consecutive victory in 2024. In May she won the Mizuho Americans Open, marking her sixth victory in seven starts and she will certainly be the woman to beat this weekend.

Ayaka Furue is another favourite to look out for in Scotland at the weekend. The Japanese talent won her first Major this year at the 2024 Evian Championship in dramatic style. Furue scored an eagle on the final hole to take victory by one stroke from Stephanie Kyriacou.

New Zealander, Lydia Ko, may also be a woman to watch out for on the Old Course. Although she has not won a Major since 2016, she boasts three Olympic medals and was recently crowned Olympic Champion in Paris. She also claimed her first LGPA Tour Title since 2022 back in January. Ko may not be the favourite, but her quality should not be underestimated.

Other possible challengers for the title include Lin Xiyu, Paris 2024 Olympic bronze medalist eyeing up her first Major title while Olympic silver medalist and Scottish Open runner-up, Esther Henseleit, will also look to challenge for her fourth professional win and her first Major.

TROON, SCOTLAND - JULY 15: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland putts on the 7th green during the second round on day two of the 145th Open Championship at Royal Troon on July 15, 2016 in Troon, Scotland. (Photo by Jan Kruger/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

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British Hopefuls

In terms of British hopes of a victory at St Andrews, Charley Hull leads the line as she hopes to cause an upset. Hull was second in last year’s competition and was also fifth in the Scottish Open on Sunday. Having never won a Major, Hull looks to be the first British winner of the AIG Women’s Open since 2018 when Georgia Hall was victorious.

Lily May Humphreys is another of the Brits looking to cause an upset on the Old Course. Humphreys won her maiden Ladies European Tour title in 2023 winning the Joburg Ladies Open and was joint 20th on Sunday. Can she do the unthinkable and pull off a shock victory at the Home of Golf this weekend?

So who do you think will take the title at St Andrews this weekend? In one of the most iconic competitions, on one of the most iconic courses, can Nelly Korda cement her place as World Number One? Or will we see an upset? How will the British contingency get on? Watch The AIG Women’s Open 2024 from the best seats in the house with Engage Hospitality. Find out yourself who will be crowned champion of this world-renowned competition!

Premier League 2024/2025: Title Contenders, Relegation Battles, and The Race for Europe

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The conclusion of the Olympics signals the approach towards the end of what has been a phenomenal summer of sport. From Euro 2024 to Royal Ascot, Engage Hospitality has been with you every step of the way. However, don’t fret that it is coming to an end because the domestic football season is just around the corner. Here at Engage we run through the sides to watch out for with a Premier League 2024/25 preview!

After last year’s thrilling campaign that went right down to the wire, Manchester City reigned supreme once again. The Citizens painted Manchester blue for the fourth consecutive year as Pep Guardiola’s side ran riot scoring an astonishing 96 goals, the fifth time they have surpassed 90 goals in a season in the last six years. The three newly promoted sides all were relegated while Aston Villa were the second team in two seasons to infiltrate the ‘big six’ and achieve a top 4 finish.

We take a look at what might happen this year with another title to be decided, European football to play for and a relegation dogfight on the cards.

Premier League Relegation Battle

First up we take a look at the teams looking to remain in the Premier League. Last year it was Sheffield United, Burnley and Luton Town, the three newly promoted sides, who were eliminated from the division. The three teams promoted this year from the Championship were Ipswich Town while Southampton and Leicester City, Premier League Champions in 2016, were both promoted at the first time of asking.

It is difficult to say who will remain in the Premier League after last season where Nottingham Forest avoided the drop with only 32 points, however, the next closest side to them was Brentford on 39 points, denoting the gulf in class between last year’s newcomers. With Leicester’s relegation coming as a shock to many, they will be especially wary of survival in the division. It’s Ipswich’s first outing in the pinnacle of English football since 2002, while Southampton return in the hope of cementing their Premier League status once again.

Forest will be keen to survive for the third consecutive year after toying with the drop for the last two seasons. Considering their points deduction, Everton impressed last season comfortably avoiding the dropzone after many had tipped them to go down. The Toffees will be eager to push on and perhaps challenge further up the table.

After what was probably their worst season since being back in the ‘big time’, finishing 16th, Thomas Frank’s Brentford will be eager to reach the heights they have done in previous seasons finishing 9th in 2023. Whoever does go down, it’s safe to say the battle to stay in the league will be an exciting one!

Premier League Race For Europe

After what was an enthralling battle for European football in May, here at Engage we are hoping for more of the same! Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool and Aston Villa secured Champions League Football while Tottenham and Chelsea held the Europa League places. Newcastle United thought they had secured the Conference League place with 7th position, until Manchester United snatched it from their grasp with an FA Cup final victory.

Aston Villa disturbed the script last season as they found themselves in the top four boasting victories over Manchester City and Arsenal to beat Tottenham to the final Champions League spot. They will be keen to do the same again this year, but will the heavy schedule see a dip in their form? 

Spurs achieved European football once again after going without it last campaign, while a Chelsea team that struggled in 2023 did the same. Will the two London rivals be able to keep up with the demands of European football and the domestic calendar to maintain their improved form next season?

After what was a disappointing league campaign for Manchester United, they achieved European football once the season was complete. Against all odds, the Red Devils were victorious over Manchester City in the FA Cup Final securing them a Europa Conference League place. They will be keen to improve this season and secure Champions League Football again but will be challenged by Newcastle, who will be keen to gain revenge after the Conference League place was snatched from them when they finished in 7th place.

Premier League Title Contenders

As mentioned, Manchester City marched towards their fourth consecutive Premier League title last season and their eighth in 12 years. With that said, it was much less of a stroll than their usual dominance, with Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal, pushing them all the way to the final day. A blip in form in April, saw Liverpool drop out of the race for the crown, while defeat at home to Aston Villa with 6 games to go saw the Gunners come runners-up for the second consecutive year.

Will it be third time lucky for Mikel Arteta? For the last three seasons, Arsenal have been mightily close to Premier League glory but for Pep Guardiola’s mesmerising Manchester City side. With exciting new signing Riccardo Calafiori, can they finally get themselves over the line and end the Citizens’ reign at the top?

Liverpool, on the other hand, may be at the beginning of a new project. The announcement of Jürgen Klopp’s departure sent shockwaves through the footballing world, marking the start of a new era on Merseyside. With no marquee signings just yet, it remains to be seen whether new manager, Arne Slot, can bring success to Anfield and challenge for their second Premier League title.

Will Manchester City break their own Premier League record with 5 in a row? After victory over Manchester United in the Community Shield on Sunday, it certainly seems likely. One of the best sides in football, Guardiola’s team are well-drilled, ruthless and strike fear into their opponents; they will be no different this season and it will take a stellar run of results to get the better of the Blues.

So how do you think the season will pan out? Will there be an upset in the title race? Can the newly promoted sides stay in the division? Find out with Engage as we offer all of the very best hospitality for you to watch the Premier League 2024/25 season live from the best seats in the house!

Ultimate Guide to 2025 Golf Majors: Locations, Venues and Dates

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After an exciting last few weeks, golf fans have been enjoying riveting action with numerous competitions taking place. Xander Schauffle’s Open victory rounded off the 2024 Men’s Majors calendar while Scottie Scheffler won Olympic Gold for Team USA. Meanwhile, the women’s AIG Open is still to come with the Solheim Cup also on the horizon in September. After a thrilling 2024 golf season, here at Engage we take a look ahead to 2025 and provide you with the key dates and locations of the 2025 Golf Majors.

2025 Men’s Golf Majors

As far as Major golf tournaments go in 2025, the men have got it all to play for. First up on the 2025 Majors Golf calendar, and perhaps the most famous of the men’s individual Majors, is the 2025 Masters Tournament. Taking place every year at the iconic Augusta National Golf Club, players battle it out for the renowned green jacket. Jack Nicklaus has won the competition the most times with six wins, with Tiger Woods his closest competition on five wins. The 2025 Masters will take place from the 6th-13th April with Scottie Scheffler looking to defend his title, targeting his third win in the competition.

Next up on the calendar will be the 2025 PGA Championship taking place from the 12th-18th May 2025. This year’s venue will be the Quail Hollow Golf Club in Charlotte, North Carolina. For only the second time ever, the 107th PGA Championship will return to Quail Hollow, a course that is well-renowned as one of America’s most famous golf courses. Xander Schauffele won the first of his two Majors victories in 2024 with his brilliant -21 at Valhalla Golf Club beating Bryson DeChambeau by one shot.

DeChambeau got his own back when the US Open came around at the start of June as he took victory at Pinehurst. After a heartbreaking Rory McIlroy collapse in the fourth round, DeChambeau took victory by one shot to break the Northern Irishman’s hopes of ending a 10-year Majors drought. 2025’s competition will take place at Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont Pennsylvania from the 7th-15th June 2025 as the best players in the world will battle it out for the third major of the year.

Schauffele’s second major of the year came at the Royal Troon Golf Club in Scotland, as the American won the famous event ahead of Justin Rose and Billy Horschel. A fantastic win for the American with two Majors in one year, can he improve on that feat in 2025?

The 2025 Open Championship will take place at the famous Royal Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland in its 153rd edition as the iconic golf tournament will attract golf fanatics from each corner of the globe. Taking place from 17th-20th July 2025, can Schauffele take the title once again or will Rose get revenge? Find out how it will pan out with Engage Hospitality, offering some brilliant opportunities for you to watch the Open from the best seats in the house.

2025 also means it’s a Ryder Cup year. The famous team competition, arguably the most prominent on the golf calendar, will take place from the 22nd-28th September as Team Europe go up against Team USA in the 45th showing of the event. The 2025 Ryder Cup will take place at Bethpage Black Course, Farmingdale in New York as Team Europe will go for their second consecutive victory. Team USA have dominated the competition since its inception in 1927 with 27 wins to Europe’s 14. Can Europe build momentum after their win in 2023 and start to close the huge deficit?

2025 Women’s Golf Majors

Plenty of actions in the 2025 men’s golf Majors calendar, but what about in the women’s game? Although this year’s season isn’t finished just yet, it’s safe to say you won’t be disappointed next year with the Chevron Championship in April kicking off the 2025 campaign at The Club at Carlton Woods, USA, the first of five Women’s Majors.

From there the best players the women’s game has to offer will travel to Erin Hills Country Club also in America. Erin Hills will play host to the Women’s US Open from the 29th June until the 1st May. Japanese golfer, Yuka Saso took the honours last year for the second time in her career and she will be gunning to do it again in 2025.

Staying in The States, PGA Frisco in Texas will host the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Taking place from the 19th-22nd June, this relatively new golf course has played host to the Senior PGA Championship and is expected to host more championships in the future. The current title holder of this competition, also from Asia, is Amy Yang winning her first ever major in 2024. The South Korean will also be looking to build on her first major during the 2025 season.

Moving back over to Europe, the Evian Championship is the penultimate women’s major of the year in July. Taking place annually in France at the Evian Resort Golf Club, Ayaka Furue took the win in 2024 also marking her maiden major victory.

In August, players will come together for perhaps the most iconic of the Women’s Majors, The AIG Women’s Open. The Open will mark the end of the 2025 Women’s Golf Majors and will take place at Royal Porthcawl in Wales. Yet to take place this year, the famous competition will take place from the 22nd-25th August on the legendary Old Course at St Andrew’s Golf Club in Scotland. Lilia Vu was the 2023 winner, winning her second major of the year. With no Major titles so far in 2024, can she do it at the home of golf? Find out with Engage Hospitality if she can win two in a row!

With some brilliant competitions expected in 2025, who do you think will come out on top? Check out Engage’s range of fantastic hospitality options to watch your favourite golfers in action including The Open, The Masters, The AIG Women’s Open, The Scottish Open and more! Watch the Majors from the best seats in the house in 2025!

Engage’s Favourite Events

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Although the weather may not have been tropical, this summer has provided an excellent array of entertainment, sport and culture with plenty of events to keep you enthralled. After a brilliant 2024 so far, there is plenty more to come with Engage offering plenty of brilliant events throughout Autumn, Winter and 2025! From the royalty of Ascot to the best seats in the house at Twickenham, we talk you through some of the best events that you can attend with Engage offering fantastic hospitality all year long!

2024 has provided some scintillating action, breathtaking performances and superb atmospheres with Engage joining you every step of the way. Engage have provided hospitality for Taylor Swift’s record-breaking Eras Tour, BST Hyde Park, countless domestic and international sports matches and much, much more. We take a look at some of our favourite events that you can look forward to in the next 12 months!

Royal Ascot

A particular favourite on our calendar, Royal Ascot attracts horse racing fanatics from all over the world every year. Taking place from 17th until the 21st June 2025, the iconic festival is renowned for its fabulous fashion on show, thrilling races, famous jockeys and trainers as well as the Royal Family’s annual appearance. That’s right, watch the action alongside King Charles while dining in style with a four-course lunch in our ICON facilities. That’s not all, here at Engage we are offering an astonishing 12 different hospitality options for Royal Ascot 2025! Make sure you book before we run out!

Don’t hesitate to contact us about any other Ascot events we offer hospitality for as well including Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup, September Weekend and Autumn Weekend!

Cheltenham Festival

Sticking with the theme of horse racing, another iconic fixture in the calendar is Cheltenham Festival. Taking place from the 11th March until the 14th March 2025, this iconic festival also attracts some of the best jockeys and race horses of all time while playing host to one of the most famous UK races: The Cheltenham Gold Cup. Jockeys to win the Gold Cup include Ruby Walsh, Rachael Blackmore and Paul Townend. Townend won in both 2023 and 2024 piloting Galopin Des Champs having previously won consecutive Gold Cups back in 2019 and 2020.

Townend is the current holder of the most Gold Cup wins, a record he will look to extend in 2025. Find out with Engage if he can do it from our ICON facility at Cheltenham in 2025.

Chelsea Flower Show

Fancy a more relaxed spring day out? Don’t worry, we have got you covered. Another of our favourite events is RHS Chelsea Flower Show, taking place over 5 days from the 20th May until the 24th May 2025, it is another event that will feature the Royal Family’s presence. Spend 5 days indulging in the scenery of luxurious floral displays, unique garden displays and more from the best seats in the house. With something for all gardening enthusiasts, you will not be disappointed, experiencing the best nature the UK has to offer.

Come along and check out Engage’s wonderful hospitality offers at the Royal Hospital Gardens in Chelsea and get involved in a historic British event that has taken place since 1913!

England Rugby- Twickenham

Like many of our events, we love an iconic venue and Twickenham certainly fits the bill! The home of English Rugby, it has seen many incredible performances and this season will be much the same. Here at Engage we are offering exclusive hospitality packages from our ICON facilities for both the Autumn Nations Series and Guinness Six Nations Series. With bumper crowds expected, watch England take on New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and Japan in November as part of the Autumn Nation Series. If that’s not enough for you, then check out our hospitality for the Guiness Six Nation Series as England take on Italy, Scotland and France in February and March.

Watch from the best seats in the house with a delicious dining experience, great views of the games, world-renowned speakers and the opportunity to soak up the pre and post-match atmosphere. Check out Engage’s ICON and Twickenham Gallery hospitality options for a day out you will not forget!

Cricket at Lord’s

What better way to round off an astonishing summer of sport by watching the cricket at Lord’s, The Home of Cricket! Choose from a range of domestic and international games spectating The Hundred, T20 Cricket, ODIs, The Ashes and more! Watch England as they welcome Australia back to Lord’s for the first time since the fiery 2023 Ashes Series in an ODI. Or if you’re more of a test match fan, check out Engage’s hospitality for the England vs Sri Lanka Test Match at Lord’s. With both events taking place in our ICON facilities, experience the action alongside cricket legends with VIP viewing!

Whether it’s sports, entertainment or culture, here at Engage we’ve got you covered. With someone for everyone, check out all of our fantastic hospitality options and find your perfect day out experiencing events like no other from the best seats in the house.

Olympic Games Paris 2024 Engage Rundown: Key Dates

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Friday 26th July marks the start of the Olympic Games. Paris 2024 is finally upon us as athletes from all over the world will arrive in the French Capital with hopes and dreams of becoming the newest hero for their countries. Gold medals will be won and world records will fall, but who will come out on top in Paris and which events should you look out for? Here at Engage we take a look at all of the key dates to prepare for Paris 2024.

From the 26th July-11th August over 10,000 athletes and millions more fans will journey to Paris for the most famous sporting event in the world. 206 nations, 32 sports and 329 medals; who will make history and who will walk away disappointed? We have broken down some of the best events Engage offer hospitality for, so you don’t miss any of the action.

Opening Ceremony

Perhaps one of the most iconic scenes of the Olympic Games, the opening ceremony will take place on the 26th July, in particularly unique circumstances. For the first time in Olympic Summer Games history the opening ceremony will take place outside of a stadium and will be held on the River Seine. That’s right, the wire that runs through The City of Light will carry boats delegated for each nation, parading athletes along the famous river.

Millions are expected to spectate this one-of-a-kind ceremony and line the banks of the Seine. Do you want to wish the athletes a ‘bonne chance’? You can be there to do it in person. Be part of history with Engage Hospitality and check out their offers to watch this unique ceremony from the best seats in the house!

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Swimming

The 27th July marks day 1, and it sees Adam Peaty begin his Olympic campaign as he looks to defend his title for the third consecutive year. Peaty will be eager to qualify through his 100m breaststroke heats and semi-final before advancing to the final on day 2.

The big race for Team GB swimming fans will come on day 4 as Team GB’s men go in the 4x200m freestyle relay. After silver in Rio and gold in Tokyo, the men will be hoping to defend their title in 2024 in a team consisting of big names including James Guy, Duncan Scott and Tom Dean.

For the women, Freya Colbert could be a medal favourite on day 3. The 20 year-old has already picked up world 400m medley gold and will be looking to repeat this feat in Paris. Meanwhile, the mixed 4x100m medley team will have to wait until day 8 to defend their Tokyo title.

Athletics

A whole host of promise awaits Team GB’s Athletics team as many of the Brits travel in the hope of a medal. The most sought after tickets will be for the evening session on day 9, with the men’s 100m final taking place. Millions all over the world will tune in to see who will be crowned current fastest man in the world, with Kishane Thompson and Noah Lyles labelled as the favourites.

Engage are also offering hospitality for day 13, 14 and 15. Day 13 sees the 200m final also with Noah Lyles featuring alongside Great Britain’s Zharnel Hughes.

Day 14 sees the heptathlon final as Katarina Johnson Thompson hopes to challenge for the medals while the British 4x100m relay teams will hope to replicate success from previous championships.

Day 15 is a day of finals including the men’s 5000m final, men’s high jump final, men’s 800m final and the women’s 1500m final. Georgia Bell in the 1500 and Ben Pattison in the 800 will be amongst the medal hopes after their astonishing performances so far this season.

Tennis

Missed the chance to watch Wimbledon with us? Don’t worry, get yourself across to Roland Garros to watch the Olympic Tennis with Engage Hospitality. Offering hospitality for all four finals and more, Engage give you the opportunity to watch some of the best in action including Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek, Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff. Watch your favourites take centre stage, from the best seats in the house with the finals taking place on the 3rd and 4th August.

The Great British team ventures to Paris with 39 world champions in their ranks. Here at Engage, find out if Max Whitlock can achieve Pommel Horse gold once again in gymnastics or if Team GB’s track cycling team can keep up their success from previous years. Can Team GB improve on their 64 medals at Tokyo 2020? With plenty of events on offer, which will you choose to watch with Engage Hospitality between the 26th July and the 11th August?

Euro 2024 Review: Spain Reign Supreme

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It was heartbreak once again for England fans after their second consecutive defeat in a European Final. Italy were victorious over England in 2021 but it was Spain this time who pierced a dagger through English hearts late in the game to become Euro 2024 Champions. It was a tournament that witnessed scintillating football and an astonishing amount of wonder goals keeping you on the edge of your seat until the very end. Here at Engage we break down the tournament, picking out some of the key players and performances.

La Roja Victoriosa

After a 12 year trophy drought, and what some would say was a transition period, Spain are Kings of Europe once again. This team of exciting young talent battled their way to victory flawlessly winning all seven of their games throughout the tournament beating Germany, Italy and France along the way.

On Sunday, it was only England who stood in their way, as Europe settled down to witness the battle commence. In what was a cagey first half, both sides were level at the break. But it was Spain who had the better of the half-time team talks as Luis de la Fuente’s men came out firing. Breaking the deadlock in the 47th minute courtesy of a sublime Nico Williams finish, England had work to do. Spain came close numerous times in the moments that followed, however, it was Gareth Southgate’s England who hit back when substitute Cole Palmer fired home with just over 15 minutes to play.

With the game heading for extra time, the Spaniards had other plans, as Mikel Oyarzabal slotted home in the 86th minute to shatter English hearts. Agony for England, delirium for Spain as La Roja were crowned champions of Europe once again.

Star Players

Across the course of the tournament, there were some incredible performances not only for teams but also individuals. For much of the tournament it was the Spanish side with individuals making a name for themselves. Lamine Yamal in particular, who turned 17 years old one day before the final, is a name that will be on the radar of many of Europe’s top clubs. The talented winger made history becoming the youngest player to appear at a European tournament at 16 years and 338 days old. He was also the youngest player to score in a European tournament with his wonder strike in the semi-final against France. Not to mention, his brilliant performances and four assists, he was key to Spain’s success.

On the other side of the pitch for Spain, Nico Williams also impressed throughout the tournament playing a key role in the final, scoring and assisting both goals. Williams, Yamal, the Spanish midfield and Marc Cucurella were also included in the Team of the Tournament further crediting their influence on their team’s victory.

Elsewhere, Liverpool striker Cody Gakpo impressed, scoring 3 goals helping The Netherlands to the last four before being eliminated by England. Germany and Bayern Munich midfielder, Jamal Musiala, was on form as well, scoring 3 goals in five making his way into the Team of the Tournament.

Dark Horses

Just as there were players who left their mark on the rest of Europe, some sides raised a few eyebrows, advancing further in the tournament than first thought. Denmark were desperately unlucky as they were knocked out in the Round of 16. After believing they had opened the scoring against Germany, which was ruled out by VAR, Germany were then awarded a controversial penalty to break the deadlock 2 minutes later. This was before Musiala added a second to seal Denmark’s fate.

In their first appearance at the tournament, Georgia surprised a few people by progressing to the Round of 16 after a shock victory over Portugal, as Georges Mikautadze and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia provided the goals. In their debut tournament, they recorded five goals, also opening the scoring against Spain in the Round of 16 before being knocked out by the eventual champions.

After an extremely disappointing Euro 2020 losing all of their group games, Turkey were back and eager to make amends in 2024. They did so by winning two of their group games to qualify for the last 16 where they beat Austria. Vincenzo Montella’s side scored first in the quarter final before they were beaten by the Netherlands to end their semi-final dreams, recording their best finish since EURO 2008.

So another thrilling tournament has passed us by, who were you surprised by? How do you think the 2026 World Cup will play out now? With international football all year round and domestic football just around the corner, check out Engage Hospitality’s fantastic offers to watch every kick of the season from the best seats in the house.

NFL London Moments

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February saw the finale of the 2024 NFL season as the Chiefs won the Superbowl in a thrilling climax. The Chiefs narrowly beat the 49ers 25 points to 22 defending their 2023 Superbowl title. The Chiefs’ victory made them the first team to win consecutive Superbowl titles since the New England Patriots in 2005. After an exciting 2024, the 2025 campaign is not too far away with preseason just on the horizon. We take a look at some of NFL London’s best moments!

NFL London is a series of American football games during the regular NFL season taking place in London as part of a NFL International Series. Teams from the US travel to England to play in front of thousands at stadiums across London. Since NFL London’s inception in 2007, it has seen some of the best American football teams of all time with games usually played at Wembley Stadium and the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Here at Engage we take a look back on the Top 5 NFL London moments ever so you can get a taste of what to expect this year!

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Top 5 NFL London Moments

1)    NFL London’s First Game: New York Giants vs Miami Dolphins. On the 28th October 2007, the Giants and the Dolphins walked out in front of 81,000 people at Wembley Stadium for the first ever game of the NFL International Series announcing NFL as a worldwide sport. It was the Giants that triumphed in the first ever game in the capital overcoming the Dolphins 13-10. Not only was it the first ever win in NFL London, but it also paved the way for the Giants to ultimately win the Superbowl later that season. It was a pivotal game that set the groundwork for the NFL to go global.

2)    The Jaguars mascot bungee jump. Over the years, the thrills, as far as the Jaguars are concerned, have not just been on the pitch. The daredevil mascot, Jaxson de Ville, often bungee-jumps from the roof of the stadium towards the pitch below before the match. Jaxson loves to risk it all to ‘wow’ the crowds with thousands witnessing his plunge at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Wembley Stadium. Check out the Jaguars in action this year with Engage Hospitality.

3)    The Lions’ unthinkable comeback. Back in 2014, the Detroit Lions faced The Atlanta Falcons at Wembley Stadium. After starting the season with 5 wins and 2 defeats, the Lions went into this one confident. With that said, things were looking bleak for the Detroit side at the end of the 2nd quarter, finding themselves 21-0 down. However, two Matthew Stafford touchdowns and a Matt Prater field goal turned the game on its head as the Lions won an incredible game 22-21. A historic game leading to the Lions making the playoffs at the end of the season.

4)    Wil Lutz ‘Double Doink’. In 2022, London was treated to a thrilling spectacle as the Minnesota Vikings took on the New Orleans Saints. The Vikings won the battle 28-25 in what was an incredible climax. 23 points were scored in the final quarter between both sides as the teams jostled for the lead. Saints lost the game in dramatic fashion as Wil Lutz kicked for home in the dying embers of the match from 61 yards. He was denied only by a ‘double-doink’, as the ball bounced off both the upright and the crossbar resulting in defeat for the Saints.

5)    Landon Collins’ pick-six. The final greatest moment of our NFL London list came back in 2016 with Landon Collins’ incredible ‘pick-six’ for the New York Giants against the Los Angeles Rams. Rather fittingly, Collins’ touchdown came at Twickenham, the home of England Rugby, as the Giants man returned an interception from 44 yards, weaving in and out of the Rams’ tackles. The play was not dissimilar to a rugby play, running from the defensive line to gain 6 points for his team, with many describing it as the best ‘pick-six’ they’d ever seen.

This year fans can expect to watch their favourite teams in the capital including 9-time Superbowl winners, the Chicago Bears as well as the New England Patriots in October 2024. The Minnesota Vikings will also be in action once again as will the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Do you want to see Jaxson de Ville bungee jump from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium once again? Or witness another thrilling encounter involving the Minnesota Vikings? Not to mention seeing some of the best players in the world. Check out Engage Hospitality’s range of options to watch NFL London in either Wembley Stadium or the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. 

Summer Festivals and Concerts

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The start of July marks the halfway point of summer. With an incredible summer of sport and entertainment on offer, don’t forget it’s also festival season! For many it’s the best time of the year, as music-lovers flock to concerts and festivals across the UK and Ireland, taking in the warm rays of sunshine and dancing until the sun goes down. Why not enjoy the music scene with us at Engage Hospitality and relish the summer vibes from the best seats in the house?

After another exceptional Glastobury weekend, we can’t help but get excited about what the rest of the summer festivals and concerts have to offer! Here at Engage we provide the best hospitality packages for some of the biggest names and festivals in the music industry including The Killers, Coldplay, Kew The Music Festival and BST Hyde Park! We take a closer look at what we have to offer and who you will be lucky enough to see perform!

The Killers

After a stellar performance at Leeds and Reading Festival 2023, the iconic American rock band are back in the UK for more! From the 4th July, The Killers will be taking the roof off of The O2 Arena with their many hits including For Reasons Unknown, Human and of course Mr. Brightside. With Engage offering hospitality for four nights, there is plenty of opportunity to watch the famous group led by Brandon Flowers send The O2 crazy. So what are you waiting for, ‘open up your eager eyes’ and check out our packages!

BST Hyde Park presented by American Express

Jealous of the Glastonbury festival-goers? Don’t worry, now is your chance to see some of the acts yourself as well as many more superstars! The BST Hyde Park is a massive festival held in Hyde Park, London from the 28th June until the 14th July with some of the biggest names in music. Artists include 2024 Glastonbury headliners and performers such as SZA, Shania Twain and Anne-Marie alongside other huge names for instance Robbie Williams, Kylie Minogue and Andrea Bocelli. Trust us it does not get bigger than this! Check out the hospitality that Engage offer for this huge event, but be quick!

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Coldplay

Speaking of huge artists and Glastonbury headliners, do Coldplay fit the bill for you? One of the main headliners at Glastonbury this year and a historic performance, they are also heading to Ireland at the end of August as part of their Music of Spheres World Tour. From the 29th August until 2nd September, Engage are offering some brilliant hospitality packages in Croke Park to watch Chris Martin and his crew perform hits such as Yellow, Sky Full of Stars, Fix You and much more. A wonderful opportunity to watch one of the greatest UK bands of all time with over 100 million albums sold worldwide. Take a look at the hospitality before it’s gone!

Henley Music Festival

It’s all going on at Henley this month. With both the Regatta and Music Festival in July, you won’t be spoilt for choice! From the 10th to the 14th July, once the enthralling boat racing action is finished, prepare for some of the biggest performers to take centre stage at the traditional English town, including Nicole Scherzinger, Gladys Knight and Eurovision star Sam Ryder! Embrace the atmosphere while enjoying brilliant music, gorgeous cuisine and the glamorous fashion on show!

Kew the Music

Engage also have another brilliant festival on offer. Partake in entertainment like no other as artists will perform in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kew Gardens in this unique festival. Performers include Ronan Keating, JLS and Richard Ashcroft. See your favourites perform live from the best seats in the house surrounded by nature at the UK’s famous botanical gardens! Enquire with Engage to see your favourites in action from the 8th July until the 14th July.

These are just a handful of the incredible live music events we provide hospitality for here at Engage. All year round you can watch your favourite artists and festivals from the best seats in the house. Don’t forget to check out our range of different venues where we offer hospitality for some of your favourite artists including Wembley Stadium, The Royal Albert Concert Hall and The O2 Arena. Events sell out fast so be quick if you want to revel this summer with Engage Hospitality!

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