Football fever returns to Sydney with Italian football giants, Juventus to play a one-off match against Australia's A-League All Stars at ANZ Stadium in Sydney on Sunday 10 August, 2014.  The A-League All Stars will once again represent the best of the A-League, with players and coaching staff selected by football fans.

Tickets are still available to this hotly-anticipated match, and following the huge success of the sold out All Stars match against Manchester United in 2013, this Sydney-exclusive match with the renowned Italians is a once in a life-time match to see!

Juventus is one of the world's most famous football clubs having won 54 official titles on the national and international stage. The club also boasts a record 29 league titles, nine Italian cups, a record five national super cups and eleven titles in confederation and inter-confederation competitions.

For the first time ever, Sydney FC starand former Juventus player Alessandro del Piero will play for the A-League All Stars in what will be his last game on Australian soil.

The star-studded Juventus squad includes Italian World Cup winners Andrea Pirlo and Gianluigi Buffon as well as midfielder Paul Pogba, who was today crowned best young player at the 2014 FIFA World Cup for his performances with France.

Feasting Italian Style!

Football fans work up an appetite for this game, Italian food is sure to be a firm favourite. Sydneysiders are spoilt for choice, with Italian eateries scatted throughout the city to satisfy any pasta or pizza craving, pre or post game!

Da Orazio Pizza and Porchetta in Bondi is Maurice Terzini's new restaurant serving Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizza and Roman-style rolled-and-roasted 'porchetta', succulent pork just how the Romans like it.   Another Bondi addition calling all Italians 'to the table', A Tavola, is serving house made pasta to locals, with seafood options to suit the new beach side location.

Heading inner city, Buffalo Dining Club is all about cheese, in particular imported buffalo mozzarella airfreighted into Sydney twice a week from Naples.  This mouth-watering cheese combined with friendly staff serving pasta in a giant pecorino wheel makes Buffalo a number one choice for all pasta and cheese lovers.

Fratelli Fresh, Sydney's leading providorehas an empire of restaurants, cafes and retail stores scattered across Sydney. Fratelli is known for offering seasonal vegetables, the finest pressed olive oil, imported cheeses and every imaginable herb, making it an excellent choice for authentic Italian cuisine along with shopping the finest Italian ingredients.

Reflecting the tradition of an Italian Osteria, Italian Chef Stefano Manfredi has created a modern interpretation of traditional Italian cuisine at Balla in The Star. The addition of a wood-fired grill to Stefano Manfredi's Italian kitchen reflects his dedication to delivering truly authentic cuisine.  The Aperitivi Bar is also a welcoming hub at Balla and a perfect spot to take in the stunning Sydney Harbour vista.

Salt Meats Cheese are passionate about Italian food, offering high quality products from the best suppliers in Italy. Boasting a delightful selection of cheese and cured meats, the modern Italian food market overflows with exciting artisan food to taste and take home.

Sports Bars showing the game

Support the A-League All Stars as they take on the Italian giants Juventus. Many sports bars around the city will be screening the big game showing all the football action live from ANZ Stadium in Sydney.   

The 24/7 Sports Bar at The Star is home to three mega screens and over 50 LCD TVs, the perfect destination for all things sports-related. Once the sun goes down, the Coogee Bay Hotel will be the place to be to watch all the football action with three separate viewing areas inthe newly refurbished sports bar. With 20 screens, two in 3D, York 75 Sports Bar is the place for fans to watch and share all the excitement and the glory of the match. For the ultimate luxury experience, book a booth and indulge in a personal LED screen and table service.

Where to stay to be amongst the football action

When the football hits town, fans will want to be close to all the action. The Pullman at Sydney Olympic Park is

stylish and chic and is the only 5-star hotel  located in Greater Sydney, minutes away from ANZ Stadium. 

Quest at Sydney Olympic Park offers fully self-contained Studios, One, Two and Three Bedroom apartments - the perfect choice for leisure travellers. Conveniently located, Quest at Sydney Olympic Park is amongst all the action.

Tickets are still available to the All Stars v Juventus match, visit www.a-leagueallstars.com.au/tickets for full details.

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