Bangkok: Influos Co., Ltd., a leading provider of marketing planning services in Thailand, has partnered with the Tourism Authority of Thailand to host the Living Legends: London Derby event from November 8-10, 2024. This event will feature former English Premier League stars, Sol Campbell from Arsenal Football Club and Eidur Gudjohnsen from Chelsea Football Club, offering Thai fans a chance to meet these football icons after a long hiatus.
According to Thai News Agency, the event aims to promote Thai tourism globally through the engagement of these football legends. Sol Campbell, renowned for his defensive prowess and leadership, and Eidur Gudjohnsen, celebrated for his versatile skills and goal-scoring abilities, will partake in various activities designed to boost Thailand’s Soft Power. These activities will highlight Thai tourist attractions, arts, culture, and cuisine from a fresh perspective.
The event schedule includes a press conference on November 8, 2024, at the Kimpton Maa-Lai Hotel in Bangkok, f
ollowed by an exclusive dinner with Campbell and Gudjohnsen. On November 9, a friendly ‘7-a-Side Football Match’ featuring the legendary footballers and Thai celebrities will take place at the Thunderdome Football Park. The players will also explore the ‘INTO THE SEA – Dive to Discover a New World’ art exhibition at Metro Art on November 10. The event will conclude with a live viewing party of the Chelsea vs Arsenal match at EM WONDER, offering fans a unique experience with the legends.
Mr. Thoranin Kiattichai, Managing Director of Influos Co., Ltd., is the visionary behind the Living Legends event. He has previously facilitated visits of legendary footballers to Thailand and aims to create new legends with this event by showcasing Thailand’s cultural richness and hospitality to a global audience through these renowned football figures.