His Excellency the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), Counselor Turki bin Abdul Mohsen Al Sheikh, announced today the launch of tickets for the Fanatics Flag Football Classic event, through the webook platform.
The inaugural edition of the tournament will kick off on Saturday evening, March 21, 2026, in the capital, Riyadh, as part of the activities of the 2025 Riyadh Season, in the Kingdom Arena, as a global event that is the first of its kind that combines sports and entertainment in an integrated experience.
NFL legend Tom Brady will participate in the event, along with a group of stars and most prominent influencers from around the world.
The Fanatics Flag Football Classic event is a new start to football events with the “flag” system, as the tournament witnesses the participation of three star-studded teams that include players and legends from the American Football League (NFL), in addition to an elite group of international artists.
Direct confrontations are held based on the fast and exciting “flag” football system, amid a high-level competitive atmosphere and an expected public presence.
The event extends to provide a comprehensive entertainment experience, as the evening will be presented by international comedian Kevin Hart.
Organizing the Fanatics Flag Football Classic event in Riyadh is a qualitative step that reflects the diversity of events hosted by the Riyadh 2025 season, and its continued attraction of international events that combine the latest forms of modern sports and the entertainment industry, thus enhancing the Kingdom’s position as a prime destination for hosting major events of a global nature.
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