Parramatta Stadium to host 2010 NSW Premier League Grand Final
During the former National Soccer League days Parramatta Power played its home matches between 1999 till 2004 and hosted seven NSL Grand Final matches in 1986, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1993, 2001 and 2004 (the last ever NSL Grand Final match before the competition folded).
A-League side Sydney FC have utilised the pitch with one of their AFC Champions League games against Persik Kediri while in February 2010 during the 2009-2010 season, the Sky Blues played out a thrilling 3-2 victory over Perth Glory.
The venue has played host to many other sporting codes with Baseball, Rugby Union and of course Rugby League with it being the home base for NRL side the Parramatta Eels.
Once known as Cumberland Oval, the stadium itself can hold a maximum capacity of 20,741.
Parramatta Stadium is one NSW’s premier multi-purpose arenas regularly hosting a variety of sporting, entertainment, corporate, cultural and community events. Opened in 1986 by her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and HRH Prince Phillip on 5th March 1986.
Situated just over 20km from Sydney’s CBD and is located in the geographic epicentre epicentre of the city close to more than 2 million people living in Western Sydney Region.
The well looked after pitch will be ready for all competing teams come Sunday as the NSW Premier League Grand Final fever grips Parramatta Stadium.
2010 NSW Premier League Grand Final Schedule
Grand Final Sunday 29th August 2010 at Parramatta Stadium, Parramatta
Blacktown City FC v Bonnyrigg White Eagles at 3.00pm
Grade 20?s
Sydney United v Blacktown City FC at 12.30pm
Grade 18?s
South Coast Wolves v Sutherland Sharks at 10am
Admission: Adults $12 ? Concession $6, Under 16 Free (Gates open at 9am)
