Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, the world's leading technology maker, has been named as the presenting sponsor of the 2007 World Series of Football, which will be played at The Home Depot Center on the campus of California State University - Dominguez Hills on July 17 and July 21. The tournament, which features Chelsea FC, the LA Galaxy, Suwon Samsung Bluewings and Tigres UANL will now officially be called the World Series of Football Presented by Samsung.
"Samsung continues to be an integral part of the sports and the spirit of sports. We are proud and thrilled for this great opportunity to showcase the second World Series of Football games in U.S.," said Mr. InYong Rhee, Senior Vice President and Chief Communication Officer of Samsung Electronics. "Samsung shares, in our own way, the commitment, passion and perseverance of football and always seek to offer our customers exceptional service and unique experience. We are dedicated to promote health in our community and to recognize those individuals who strive to excel in their given sport."
Prior to reaching this sponsorship agreement, Samsung had forged an alliance with two of the four participating clubs. Samsung owns Suwon Samsung Bluewings of the Korean K-League who will play Chelsea on Tuesday night and then face Tigres on Saturday and they are an official sponsor of Chelsea.
Additionally, adidas has been named an associated sponsor and the Official Supplier of the tournament.
"We thank our partners at Samsung Electronics and adidas for their tremendous support of this exciting event and look forward to four world-class matches," said Shawn Hunter, president, AEG Sports, promoters of the tournament. "The World Series of Football presented by Samsung in Association with adidas will showcase four of the world's most respected soccer teams and give Southern California sports fans the opportunity to witness this truly once-in-a-lifetime event which will also be the debut of David Beckham in an LA Galaxy uniform."
The World Series of Football will also be sponsored by Herbalife, AutoTrader.com, East West Bank, The Simpson's Movie, The Sports Authority and State Farm.
The official kick-off to the 2007 World Series of Football Presented by Samsung in Association with adidas will be held on Monday, July 16 when both the Galaxy and the Chelsea hold open training sessions at The Home Depot Center. These sessions are free and open to everybody who would like to attend. Galaxy training will start at 2:30 p.m. while Chelsea will train at 5 p.m., with both taking place inside the stadium, with a press conference to be held in between the two sessions.
Media wishing to apply for credentials for the 2007 World Series of Football Presented by Samsung in Association with adidas, including Monday's open training session and press conference, can apply now using the Galaxy's online credential application form. This form can be found at http://www.lagalaxy.iwebreg.com/apply.
Tickets for the World Series of Football Presented by Samsung in Association with adidas are on sale now, starting at just $60 for individual day tickets. To purchase tickets or more information, please call 877-3GALAXY or visit the LA Galaxy's official website www.lagalaxy.com.
