Anfield ’89 heroes return to Arsenal

Michael Thomas, Alan Smith, Perry Groves, Paul Davis (ok he was injured!) are joined by Kenny Sansom (who began that incredible season as an Arsenal player) and Bob Wilson for an 18th anniversary dinner at Arsenal



Anfield ’89 heroes return to Arsenal

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An unabashed plug for the annual AISA Gala Dinner, the first to be held in the slightly more plush surroundings of the new stadium.

The event takes place on the evening of Saturday 26th May (the 18th anniversary of Arsenal’s winning the title at Liverpool’s ground) in the Dial Square suite of Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium.

If you haven’t experienced what the club level residents get up to when they are not in their seats, now is your chance.

What you get for your money –

4-course meal with starter drinks,

Speeches from the guest players (listed above) and actor/comedian Alan Davies, hosted by MC Tom Watt.

The chance to win the following in either a raffle, auction or a free draw

Thierry Henry signed shirt
Stunning picture of Highbury signed by five living Arsenal managers
Liam Brady signed shirt
Tickets to a 2007-08 Category A match
Legends Stadium Tour
Club Level match tickets
& much more

As well as a general celebration of all-things Arsenal, the evening is of course the anniversary of that unique occasion at Anfield 18 years ago, when goals from Alan Smith and Michael Thomas secured a championship title in the final minutes of an unbelievable season. So with three of the '89 side at the dinner, including both goalscorers, there will be a special focus on the achievements of that team.

All proceeds from the raffle and auction are being donated to Arsenal's charity of the season, The Willow Foundation. Set up by Bob and Megs Wilson, in memory of their daughter, Anna, The Willow Foundation is a national charity dedicated to improving the quality of life of seriously ill young adults aged 16 to 40 through the provision of special days. More information about the Foundation

Ask anyone you know that has attended any of the previous AISA dinners for confirmation that it is a cracking evening, well worth getting along to.

Admission is by ticket only and dress code is smart casual. The cost is £80 per person or £750 for a table of 10. Cheques should be made payable to AISA and sent to AISA, Freepost LON 18942, London N5 1BR.

If you want to know more, email [email protected] or contact Paul Matz on 07850 920899 or Lois Langton on 07769 655271.


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