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Vincent Kompany highlights City’s growing fan base in Abu Dhabi ahead of special screening of Manchester derby in city

Sport360 staff

14:56 05/04/2018

Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany has spoken of the growing fan base in Abu Dhabi as the club prepare to screen the vital league clash with Manchester United at a special Fanzone event on Saturday.

Families and fans alike from across the UAE will be able to come together on Saturday April 7 and enjoy a fun-filled, family evening at the Cityzens FanZone where they will be able to watch Manchester City go head to head with their great rivals.

During a visit to the UAE capital for warm weather training Kompany said: “I have personally been to Abu Dhabi several times and on each trip you see the fan support growing and getting stronger. We know the fans here often come together to watch games and it is those occasions which show how the club is developing in terms of our relationship with supporters. We value the fans here in Abu Dhabi and the Middle East massively.”

Leading from the front: Skipper Kompany.

The FanZone event in Abu Dhabi will be held at Zayed Sports City, Football Pitch 15 from 8pm.

Activities and competitions will take place before the game and at half-time with refreshments available throughout the day.

Date: Saturday April 7

Time: Doors open at 20:00 and kick-off at 20:30.

Location: Zayed Sports City, Football Pitch 15

Parking: Limited parking will be available at Zayed Sports City and will be allocated on first come first served basis.

Price: FREE however attendees are encouraged to register via Cityzens site.

Registrations can be here.

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