Newcastle take on Juve

[Stuckey]

The Newcastle Jets will be given a rare opportunity to take on one of the world's most iconic football teams when they face off against Italian powerhouse Juventus in a behind closed doors friendly on Wednesday.

Read more at http://www.fourfourtwo.com/au/news/newc ... k1dm6se.99

It doesn't say why its being played behind closed doors, I hope there is a reason for it. Otherwise its a ridiculously massive waste of an opportunity for Newcastle. Even something whipped up at the last minute would still attract a decent crowd.

[double07]

The Newcastle Jets will be given a rare opportunity to take on one of the world's most iconic football teams when they face off against Italian powerhouse Juventus in a behind closed doors friendly on Wednesday.

Read more at http://www.fourfourtwo.com/au/news/newc ... k1dm6se.99

It doesn't say why its being played behind closed doors, I hope there is a reason for it. Otherwise its a ridiculously massive waste of an opportunity for Newcastle. Even something whipped up at the last minute would still attract a decent crowd.

I'm only guessing here but I'd say that the FFA would've had an exclusive deal with Juventus that the All-stars game is the only one played in front of a crowd.

[Stuckey]

Wouldn't surprise me. More self interest from the FFA.

[bpowell454]

Should of had a members only invited to watch the game scenario where anyone who purchases membership before Wednesday can go. Would have been fantastic for their membership numbers.

[ChillyPhilly]

More the point it's probably related to that shitty $250k fee the FFA want for international friendlies.

[Stuckey]

More the point it's probably related to that shitty $250k fee the FFA want for international friendlies.

I wonder if they would have still had to pay it if they just threw the gates open for the fans. Would have been a great marketing tool.