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1v1 Panna Football Cage at Aviva Studios

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1v1 Panna Football Cage

Aviva Studios, Manchester
29 July-3 August 2025

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

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Football against a pink filtered grass pitch
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Think you’ve got what it takes in the Football Panna Cage? Step up for the ultimate 1v1 football challenge, hosted by Back and Forth at Aviva Studios.

Compete for cash prizes, exclusive shirts, and exhibition tickets – with the winners heading to a grand final on Tuesday 5 August. Book ahead to secure your place in the competition (select your age group) and arrive by 1.30 pm for a 2:00 pm kick-off. Winners announced at 5:00 pm.

Not quite ready for match mode? The Football Panna Cage is also open for free daily kickabouts, 5:00 –8:00 pm.

It’s all happening as part of Football City, Art United, a summer-long exhibition bringing together iconic players and cutting-edge artists – and kids go free. With plenty more fun activities across the holidays, Aviva Studios is the place to be this summer.

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