We are delighted to have released a fantastic sporting dinner, for guests who already have match tickets, ahead of the highly anticipated European Final, between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur in Bilbao.
Our package will be based at one of Bilbao’s leading hotels, the four-star NH Collection Villa De Bilbao Hotel, which is within walking distance of the San Mamés Stadium. We will be joined by legends from both clubs, who will preview the huge match and share some stories from their careers. We have Andy Cole (Manchester United) and Paul Robinson (Tottenham) confirmed, with a further legend from both clubs to follow. Join us in Bilbao for the perfect way to enjoy the build-up to this mouthwatering European final between two greats of English football.
Andy Cole
One of the most prolific strikers in Premier League history, Andy Cole made his mark with an extraordinary goal-scoring record across a career that saw him represent clubs including Newcastle United, Manchester United and Blackburn Rovers. Cole exploded onto the scene with Newcastle, scoring 68 goals in just 84 games, before a record-breaking move to Manchester United in 1995. During his time at Old Trafford, he won five Premier League titles, two FA Cups and the Champions League, playing a key part of the historic Treble-winning side in 1999, scoring crucial goals throughout the campaign. In total, he netted 121 goals for United and formed a legendary partnership with Dwight Yorke. Cole also earned 15 caps for England and remains fourth on the all-time Premier League goal-scoring list. Since retiring, he has worked in coaching and media, and is a highly regarded speaker thanks to his insight and experiences at the highest level of the game.
Paul Robinson
Paul Robinson enjoyed a distinguished career as a goalkeeper, making over 300 Premier League appearances and representing England on 41 occasions. He began his professional career with Leeds United, where his commanding presence earned him a move to Tottenham Hotspur in 2004. At Spurs, Robinson became a fan favourite, playing 175 times and producing memorable moments – including scoring a goal from just outside his own penalty area against Watford in 2007. He was England’s first-choice goalkeeper during the 2006 World Cup in Germany and kept clean sheets in his first five international appearances, a record for an England goalkeeper. After his spell at Tottenham, Robinson also played for Blackburn Rovers and Burnley before retiring in 2017. Since hanging up his gloves, he has become a respected media pundit and remains a popular figure on the speaking circuit.
Pete Graves (Host)
Pete Graves is an award-winning TV Presenter, Events Host, Podcaster and Author. Best known for his appearances on Sky Sports News where he hosts Good Morning Sports Fans every morning. Before moving to Sky in 2009 Pete was a reporter for ITV and Radio Commentator covering Newcastle United’s matches. Pete’s podcast Transfer Talk was voted ‘Best Sports Podcast’ in 2023 and his book titled “Here To Compete”, about the rise of his beloved Newcastle United, has sold more than 20,000 copies. Pete’s energy, enthusiasm and sports knowledge makes him the perfect host for this event.
