Season 24/25 has officially arrived with the first matchday at Mattioli Woods Welford Road kicking off the new campaign this Friday (August 30) night against Nottingham Rugby.
The first of back-to-back weekends of Pre-Season fixtures at home, Michael Cheika's tenure begins with the Notts clash before facing Scarlets Rugby next Saturday (September 7) in the season's second and final warm-up game.
More than 100 days since the last men's game at home, the Tigers Family will be back together for the first time on Friday evening and all you need to know ahead of the matchday is available here in The Game Plan...
KEY TIMINGS
- 6.00pm - Turnstiles, Bars & Food Outlets OPEN
- 6.45pm - Players in The Club Shop
- 7.30pm - Kick Off: Leicester Tigers v Nottingham Rugby
The Club Shop
The Club Shop on The Plaza is open from 9.00am until 30 minutes after the game. Check out the new ranges available this season, including samples of the brand-new European Jersey, in-store before the match.
From 6.45pm, members of the men's squad not taking part on Friday night will also be at The Club Shop to meet fans and sign any merch you've picked up pre-game.
Get your kit sorted before matchday by purchasing online at LeicesterTigers.com/clubshop.
Jenno's Coffee House, next to The Club Shop, is open ahead of the game.
Ticket Office
The Ticket Office phone lines are open from 10.00am on Friday morning. To speak with a member of the team, phone 0116 319 8888 (option 2) or you can email [email protected] with enquiries.
Ticket Booths, located around the stadium, will be open from 5.00pm for any last-minute ticket needs.
Pre-Match
The Final Whistle opens at 5.30pm on Friday evening, giving you the perfect place to fuel up ahead of the match after a long week at work.
All remaining bars and food outlets inside the stadium will open at 6.00pm to coincide with turnstiles opening ahead of the match.
Please note: There are no Plaza activations, Junior Tigers Club or Plaza Prowl taking place ahead of Friday night's game.
Half-Time
Supporters are encouraged to refuel during the break in play on Friday evening from bars and food outlets throughout the venue.
Please note: There are no half-time activations on Friday night - with the Ultimate Big Boot, Jaffa Zorb Race and a new-look STIHL challenge returning with the start of the Gallagher Premiership season.
Full-Time
Players will make their way around the ground after the game to chat with fans, pose for pictures and sign merchandise. Supporters must not enter the field of play at any time and follow the instructions of stewards and staff to ensure the safety of themselves and others.
The Final Whistle will be open after the game for supporters to enjoy a drink while celebrating the beginning of the new season.
