Event Guide: All You Need To Know Ahead Of Game4Hope

This Saturday sees Goodison Park host the Game 4 Hope charity fixture to raise vital funds and awareness in the fight against homelessness.

Tim Cahill’s star-studded Merseyside XI, jointly managed by Everton Giant Peter Reid and Liverpool legend John Barnes, take on a Rest of the World XI captained by Brazilian great Rivaldo. (Kick-off 4.45pm BST).

For more information on the extraordinary collection of football legends, celebrities and music stars taking part, click HERE.

The charity game caps an afternoon of family fun at one of the sport’s iconic stadiums, where football will be just one part of a packed day of entertainment, including live music from chart-topping artist Tinie Tempah – who is providing the half-time entertainment - celebrity appearances and family activities throughout the day.

There is also the opportunity to win a Range Rover Evoque for just £1 in a special Game 4 Hope raffle, in conjunction with Ooosch. Tickets are available online HERE, with the winner drawn live immediately following the game. Four bonus draws before the day also offer exclusive Game 4 Hope prizes, including an immersive experience worth £25,000 that allow the winner to stay at the official teams’ hotel, train with the players on the eve of the game and even play in the game itself! Enter now, HERE.

At Goodison on Saturday the Fan Zone, a family-friendly area with interactive games and food and drink available, will be open between 1,45pm – 3.45pm at the Park End of the stadium. with a large covered area providing shelter in case of poor weather.

Please note: For the safety and enjoyment of all supporters, pyrotechnics (smoke canisters or flares) are not permitted anywhere in or around the stadium including the Fan Zone.

Turnstiles open at 3.15pm (Premium entrances 2.45pm), with the live show starting in the bowl at 4pm and a special half time performance from chart-topping artist Tinie Tempah.

TICKETS FOR GAME4HOPE ARE STILL AVAILABLE HERE

We strongly recommend that tickets are purchased online, in advance. Tickets will, however, be available from the Goodison Park Ticket Office on the day. Please allow plenty of time if purchasing on the day.

Please note: For the safety and enjoyment of all supporters, pyrotechnics (smoke canisters or flares) are not permitted anywhere in or around the stadium including the Fan Zone.

At the heart of Game4Hope is an issue far bigger than football.

The event will raise funds and awareness for Everton in the Community and Shelter, supporting their work with people experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness across Merseyside and beyond.

Game4Hope will bring Blues, Reds and football supporters from across the region together for an afternoon of football and entertainment while using the power of the game to shine a spotlight on one of the most significant challenges facing communities across the country.