Wembley promises perfect pitch for Champions League final

The chairman of Wembley David Bernstein said on Thursday that "The pitches of Wembley Stadium for this season's Champions League final will be in perfect condition."

Lot of critics had been heard following the stadium's re-opening in 2007 but the pitch has improved dramatically this season following a series of new innovations.

"We did have some well-publicised issues surrounding the pitch. But I can say with total confidence they are all behind us," Bernstein said after UEFA unveiled the branding for the match.

"The new system installed in the latter part of this year has been outstanding and been complimented on by managers and the players who have used it.

"We are confident it will be of the highest standard for the Champions League final and worthy of Europe's top two teams."

He also told Reuters: "I am confident the pitch will be in outstanding condition. There is no non-football related actvity, no concerts or anything on the pitch in the months leading up to the final. The stadium will be a fitting venue for the biggest match in club football."

England 1-2 France Wembley Stadium

England suffered defeat to France in an entertaining friendly encounter at London's Wembley Stadium on Wednesday 17 November, winning 2–1.

England were exposed by the superior movement and technique of Laurent Blanc's French side, who won the game after goals from Karim Benzema and Mathieu Valbuena did enough to render Peter Crouch's late strike incosequential.

Capello fielded a side that included debutants Jordan Henderson and Andy Carroll, as well as left-back Kieran Gibbs, who made his first England start in the game.
The first chance would come from a veteran, though, as Steven Gerrard hit a free kick from 30 yards straight at Hugo Lloris in the second minute.

Seven minutes later, Chelsea's Florent Malouda got France's first chance, producing a low strike towards Ben Foster's far corner that the keeper collected with ease.
Yoann Gourcuff then picked up a nervous clearance by the English defence, firing a hard strike that Foster could only put behind for a corner kick.

30% increase in bookings at Wembley Stadium in 2010

Despite the challenging economic climate, Wembley Stadium has been a massive increase in the number of event bookings for 2010.

This year 550 events has been hosted at Wembley Stadium so far,compared to 428 in 2009 – an increase of 30%.

Additional booking had been made for the final two months of 2010 so the rate could increase more that that.

"After the turmoil of 2009 it has been fantastic to see our clients rallying to the benefits of events," said head of sales, conferences and banqueting Jackie Boughton.

"They have embraced the overwhelming power of face to face meetings and used them to improve their businesses. Thankfully, our own marketing efforts have paid off, allowing us to win new business and further develop Wembley’s offering."

Wembley Stadium Upcoming Show...!!

The band has announced the several stadium shows throughout the summer of 2011 including four nights at both The City Of Manchester Stadium and Wembley Stadium, London.

Despite the sold of several tickets, the band reveal that thousands of that tickets are still available from on-line ticket exchanges.

Check out the tour list below and ticket prices

Wembley Stadium, London – July 1st - £108

Wembley Stadium, London – July 2nd - £121

Wembley Stadium, London – July 3rd - £110

Wembley Stadium, London – July 5th - £104

Wembley Stadium, London – July 6th - £99

Wembley Stadium, London – July 8th - £110

Wembley Stadium, London – July 9th - $119