We are pleased to announce that club legend Leonardo will be visiting Kashima Stadium on Saturday, November 9th, for the 2024 Meiji Yasuda J1 League Matchday 36 against Nagoya Grampus, as part of the special event "ZICO CARNIVAL 2024".
On the day of the Nagoya match, Leonardo will participate in the Zico Club Advisor (CA) 30th Anniversary of Retirement Ceremony held on the pitch before the match, and will also appear at the "Greeting Event ~Família LEONARDO~" (paid/limited to 10 people) held after the match.
*This will be Leonardo's first visit to Kashima Stadium in approximately 9 years, since October 2015.
In conjunction with "ZICO CARNIVAL 2024," we will also be selling a special commemorative magazine for Zico CA's 30th anniversary of retirement, "Zico HISTORY BOOK," and special merchandise. Additionally, various activities are planned, including the display of limited-edition large decorations and a special exhibition at the museum. Details of each event will be announced sequentially in the "Matchday Guide."
Click here for the Nagoya Grampus match "Matchday Guide"
Purchase tickets for the Nagoya Grampus match at "Shika Tike"!
The club looks forward to your visit.
Target Match
Saturday, November 9th, 2:00 PM Kick-off (Gates open at 11:00 AM)2024 Meiji Yasuda J1 League Matchday 36 vs Nagoya Grampus
*Congestion is expected when entering the stadium one hour before kick-off. Please arrive with plenty of time to spare.
Venue
Kashima Soccer StadiumLeonardo's Event Appearances
1) Zico CA 30th Anniversary of Retirement CeremonyTo commemorate the 30th anniversary of his retirement, a ceremony will be held to express our gratitude to Zico CA. We plan to present a program that looks back on his career as a player and the 30 years since his retirement.
The ceremony is scheduled to start 80 minutes before kick-off, so please come to the stadium early.
■Location
On the pitch inside the stadium
■Time
Around 12:40 PM (80 minutes before first half kick-off)
*Times may vary.
2) Limited to 10 people! "Greeting Event ~Família LEONARDO~"
After the match, a special event with interaction with Leonardo and luxurious benefits will be held! Don't miss this precious opportunity to enjoy a unique experience!
■Price
200,000 yen (tax included)
*Price is per person.
*Match tickets are not included. Please purchase them separately.
■Number of Sales
10 people
*If the number of applicants exceeds the capacity, a lottery will be held.
*Up to 2 people can apply per application.
■Benefits
(1) 2024 NIKE Replica Uniform with Leonardo's Autograph
We will present a special uniform with "10 LEONARDO" marking on the 2024 season 1st model, signed by Leonardo!
*Size is M.
*Image is for illustration purposes only.
(2) Interaction Time with Leonardo
Enjoy a special time that only winners can experience!
(3) Commemorative Photo with Leonardo
The club's official photographer will take the photos. The photos will be provided as data at a later date.
(4) Antlers Merchandise (worth approximately 30,000 yen)
■Day-of Schedule
・4:10 PM: Gather at the designated location inside Kashima Stadium
・4:20 PM ~: Interaction time with Leonardo
・4:50 PM: Program ends
*Schedule may change. Details will be sent via email to the winners.
■Application Method
Please fill out the necessary information and apply using the application form. After a strict lottery, winners will receive an email with details for the day and payment instructions for tickets.
■Application Period and Lottery Result Announcement
・Period: Thursday, October 24th, 5:00 PM to Thursday, October 31st, 11:59 PM
・Lottery Result Announcement: Friday, November 1st, 6:00 PM (scheduled)
・Payment Deadline: Thursday, November 7th, 11:59 PM
■Notes
・Winners will receive information regarding tickets and payment to the email address registered with their J.LEAGUE ID. Please complete the procedures by the deadline.
・In principle, those who are not selected will not be notified. However, if a selected person declines, a deferred selection may be offered at a later date.
・Changes or cancellations after payment are not possible due to customer convenience.
"ZICO CARNIVAL 2024" Special Merchandise and Ticket Information
1) "Zico HISTORY BOOK" Commemorative Magazine for Zico CA's 30th Anniversary of Retirement Now on Sale!As a special project for Zico CA's 30th anniversary of retirement, the complete保存版 (permanent preservation edition) commemorative magazine "Zico HISTORY BOOK" (Soccer Magazine December issue extra special edition, with cooperation from Kashima Antlers) will be sold at the online store, clubhouse store, and stadium store.
This is a permanent preservation edition that looks back on the footsteps of the "God of Soccer," focusing on the "ZICO SPIRIT," the philosophy of Kashima Antlers created by Zico CA. It includes an exclusive interview with Zico CA, a discussion with Football Advisor Mitsuru Suzuki and Executive Vice President Hideki Suzuki, and an interview with Academy Technical Advisor Mitsuo Ogasawara, covering not only Antlers but also Flamengo, Udinese, the Brazilian national team, and his time as manager of the Japan national team.
■Magazine Title
Soccer Magazine December Issue Extra Special Edition
30th Anniversary of Retirement Special Project "Zico HISTORY BOOK"
■Sales Price
1,500 yen (tax included)
■Contents (planned)
・SPECIAL INTERVIEW & TALK
Zico (Talking about "Footballer Zico")
Zico × Mitsuru Suzuki × Hideki Suzuki (Three Key Figures who Built the "Foundation")
Mitsuo Ogasawara (Successor of Zico SPIRIT)
・Zico's History
・Soccer Magazine ARCHIVES Selection
Sales details will be announced as soon as they are decided.
2) Special Merchandise Sales!
Various new items for ZICO CARNIVAL 2024 are also planned for sale! Details will be announced at a later date, so please look forward to it!
3) Project Ticket "Memorial Gift Seat ~Família ZICO~" Now On Sale!
Project tickets with match tickets and limited benefits are now on sale!
■Number of Sales
Category 3 Memorial Gift Zico Seat: 8 seats
Category 5 Memorial Gift Zico Seat: 8 seats
*Up to 2 seats per person.
■Benefits
1) Framed uniform (M size) with autograph by Zico Club Advisor
2) Postcard with QR code for limited video viewing
3) Special Brazilian bento (provided by Brazilian restaurant "Berrinbau" (Kashima City))
4) 1,000 yen stadium coupon
*Stadium coupons can be used at food and drink stalls inside the stadium and merchandise shops inside and outside the stadium.
Purchase "Memorial Gift Seat ~Família ZICO~" at "Shika Tike"!
Inquiries
Kashima Antlers Call CenterInquiry Form
support@antlers.co.jp
*We reply to inquiries sequentially, but it may take some time.