What's on | Ulster v Benetton Pre-Season Friendly

The Ulster men are back this Saturday, facing off against Benetton in the Bank of Ireland Pre-Season Friendly (kick-off 5.00pm at Kingspan Stadium). This exciting warm-up fixture sets the stage for Richie Murphy’s men to kick off the season on hom...

Here is everything you need to know ahead of the game…

Match Details

🤝 Ulster Rugby v Benetton Rugby <br>
🗓 Saturday 7 September, 5pm <br>
🏟 Kingspan Stadium<br>
🏉 Bank of Ireland Pre-Season Friendly<br>
📺 Live on Ulster Rugby Live

Fan Zone

The Ulster Rugby Fan Zone at Kingspan Stadium opens at 3.30pm this Saturday.

When you arrive through the turnstiles, head on into the Fan Zone to explore a variety of food options including burritos, pizza, crepes, fish & chips, chinese and more.

The Cool FM roadshow will also be in position at the Fan Zone, setting the mood with the pre-match playlist and supporter giveaways.

Keep an eye out for our mascot, Sparky, who will be out and about the Fan Zone pre-match and in position around the stadium bowl during the game.

Public Bars

All five public bars open at 3.30pm, with live tunes from Donal Murray in the Clubhouse Bar before and after the match.

Castore Shop

Be sure to check out the new Castore Shop in the Fan Zone, where you can browse the latest training and travel ranges and the 24/25 Home and Away kits.

Note: The food village, Castore shop and public bars accept contactless payments only.

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Build up to Kick-off

Take your seat or place in the terrace around 15 minutes prior to kick-off and enjoy the big match build-up with Pete Snodden from Cool FM.

Half-Time

At half-time on the pitch we will have exhibition games from the mini rugby players of Instonians, Donegal, City of Derry and Donaghadee.

There will also be a live player interview from pitchside.

Player Meet and Greet

Around 15 minutes after full-time, members of the Ulster playing squad will be available for selfies and autographs at the players' entrance at the back of the Grandstand.

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Match Day Experience

Here’s what you can expect from a match day at Kingspan Stadium…