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Unmissable Sports Lunch - "Football Legends Live"

"Football Legends Live"
Football royalty is coming to Perth for the exclusive Unmissable Sports Lunch at Optus Stadium on Friday 7 August. featuring global legends Christian Vieri, Alessandro Del Piero, Javier Zanetti and Giorgio Chiellini together on one stage for an unforgettable afternoon of stories, insights and football history.

This one-off opportunity will see these football icons appearing together for the first time in Perth, giving fans, business leaders and sporting enthusiasts a unique chance to hear firsthand from World Cup winners, European champions and some of the most celebrated figures in global football.

With a limited-capacity audience, guests will enjoy rare access to the moments, leadership lessons and behind-the-scenes experiences that defined their extraordinary careers.

From the biggest stages in world football, hear stories from their careers, gain unique insights into the global game and enjoy a premium experience during Perth's Unmissable Sports Week.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Business leaders
Sport executives
Government
Investors
Commercial decision-makers
Brands, sponsors & agencies
Athletes & player representatives
Football fans

KEY DETAILS:
Friday 7th August 2026
Optus Stadium
Riverview
12.30pm -3.30pm inc Live Training Session
Limited tables


Event highlights


Watch Event Highlights See what makes this event unmissable

Unmissable Sports Lunch Speakers - "Football Legends Live"

Hon Rita Saffioti BBus MLA
Deputy Premier, Treasurer, Minister for Transport; Sport and Recreation

Hon Rita Saffioti MLA is the Deputy Premier, Treasurer, Minister for Transport and Minister for Sport and Recreation.

Rita has served as a senior Cabinet Minister across multiple portfolios since the Labor Government was elected in 2017, including Transport, Tourism, Planning, Lands, Ports, and Treasury.

As a Minister, Rita quickly gained a reputation for being hard-working, driven, and focused on delivering outcomes for the people of Western Australia.

Christian Vieri

Christian Vieri is one of football’s most prolific strikers, scoring over 300 career goals and starring for some of the world’s biggest clubs, including Inter Milan, Juventus and Atlético Madrid.

A legend of the Italian game, Vieri represented Italy National Football Team at two FIFA World Cups, scoring nine World Cup goals and cementing his place among the country’s greatest-ever forwards.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear firsthand from one of football’s most charismatic and celebrated icons as he shares stories from an extraordinary career at the highest level of world football.

Alessandro Del Piero

Alessandro Del Piero is one of football’s most decorated and admired players, captaining Juventus to multiple Serie A titles and becoming the club’s all-time leading goalscorer with 290 goals across an extraordinary 19-year career.

A FIFA World Cup winner with the Italy National Football Team in 2006, Del Piero is renowned worldwide for his leadership, creativity, and ability to deliver in football’s biggest moments.

Join us for a rare opportunity to hear from a true global football icon as he shares insights from a career that inspired generations and helped shape the modern game.

Javier Zanetti

Javier Zanetti is one of football’s most respected leaders, making a remarkable 858 appearances for Inter Milan and captaining the club through its most successful era, including the historic UEFA Champions League, Serie A and Coppa Italia treble in 2010.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders and captains in football history, Zanetti represented Argentina National Football Team over 140 times and earned global admiration for his professionalism, longevity and leadership.

Don’t miss the chance to hear from a true football legend as Zanetti shares inspiring stories from an extraordinary career at the pinnacle of world football and his journey from player to football executive.

 
Giorgio Chiellini

Giorgio Chiellini is one of football’s most accomplished defenders, winning nine Serie A titles with Juventus and establishing himself as one of the game’s greatest leaders through his toughness, intelligence and unwavering commitment.

As captain of the Italy National Football Team, Chiellini led his country to victory at UEFA Euro 2020, adding to a distinguished international career spanning more than 100 appearances for Italy.

Join us for an exclusive opportunity to hear from a modern football icon as Chiellini shares insights on leadership, resilience, high-performance culture and success at the highest levels of world football.

Why should I come?

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  • Four football legends together on one stage – Hear exclusive insights from Christian Vieri, Alessandro Del Piero, Javier Zanetti and Giorgio Chiellini.
  • Stories you've never heard before – Go behind the scenes of World Cups, Champions League campaigns and iconic football rivalries.
  • Gain insights into the future of global football – Hear perspectives on player development, club culture, leadership and the modern game.
  • Leadership lessons from elite performers – Discover the mindset, resilience and decision-making that shaped some of football's greatest careers.
  • Exclusive access to global sporting icons – A rare opportunity to see and hear from these legends in an intimate setting.
  • Network with leaders from sport and business – Connect with executives, investors, sporting organisations and fellow fans.
  • Witness a live training session – See football greatness up close as the legends take part in an exclusive live training experience following the lunch.
  • Create lifelong memories – Be part of a once-in-a-lifetime event that may never be repeated in Australia.

Tickets - "The Business of Global Sport"

Unmissable Sports Lunch | Optus Stadium | Friday 7th August

Unmissable Sports Lunch Ticket - "Football Legends Live"
$180.91 + gst
Event: Unmissable Sports Lunch Ticket - "Football Legends Live" Date: Friday 7th August 2026 | Venue: Optus Stadium | Location: Riverview Room Time: 12.30pm - 3.30pm | Inc 2 course lunch + drinks package + live training session

Optus Stadium

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Optus Stadium and the surrounding park is located east of the Perth Central Business District, on the Burswood Peninsula. With views of the picturesque Swan River and Perth city in the west and the foothills in the east, this 60,000-seat, world-class, multi-purpose Stadium hosts a variety of sports and entertainment events including Australian Football League, International and Big Bash League cricket, soccer, rugby league and union, plus concerts. The surrounding Stadium Park precinct provides year-round access for visitors of all ages to enjoy the nature playgrounds in the Chevron Parkland, the BHP Boardwalk and Amphitheatre, picnic and barbecue areas, public art, recreational facilities and the opportunity to dine in the buffet or ala-carte restaurants that overlook the Swan River. In July 2022, Optus Stadium was awarded Venue of the Year at the Stadium Business Awards in Manchester and was previously voted the Most Beautiful Sports Facility in the World in the Prix Versailles 2019 international architecture awards.  
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FAQ's

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Can you buy tickets at the door?
No, this event will sell out, and all tickets must be pre-purchased
Is there parking?
Yes, parking options are available at the venue