Football. Business. Technology. Connections. Join The Next Play for an evening of great conversations, new connections and good energy.

⚽ MATCHDAY 01:MANCHESTER

Come Curious. Leave Connected.

The Next Play Network is coming to Manchester for its first-ever networking and social event!

We’re bringing together people interested in sport, business, technology and everything in between for an evening of great conversations, new connections and good energy.

Whether you’re a student, professional, creative, entrepreneur or simply looking to meet like-minded people, Matchday 01 is for you.

No forced networking. No endless presentations. No corporate atmosphere.

Just good people, real conversations and a chance to discover something new.

🔥 WHAT TO EXPECT

🎙️ The Next Play: Unfiltered — Honest conversations with people working across sport, business and technology, sharing their journeys, experiences and career insights.

⚽ Interactive Games & Activities — Football-inspired games, friendly competition and a few surprises throughout the evening.

🤝 Real Connections — Meet professionals, students, creatives and ambitious people from different industries.

🎵 Good Music & Energy — A relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy yourself while making meaningful connections.

🚀 ABOUT THE NEXT PLAY

The Next Play is a growing community connecting people with careers, opportunities and individuals across sport, business and technology.

We’re building a space where people can learn, connect and discover their next opportunity.

Matchday 01 is just the beginning.

📍 EVENT DETAILS

📅 Thursday 17 December 2026

🕡 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

📍 Clockwise Manchester, Linley House, Dickinson Street, M1 4LF

👕 Dress code: Smart casual / come as you are.

🎟️ Limited spaces available.

📸 PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY

Photography and filming will take place during the event. Images and footage may be used by The Next Play Network on social media, its website and for promotional purposes.

By attending, you acknowledge that you may appear in event photography or footage. If you’d prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please inform our team on arrival. We’ll do our best to accommodate your preference. Separate permission will be requested for individual interviews.

🎟️ BE PART OF MATCHDAY 01

One evening. New faces. Fresh perspectives.

Come Curious. Leave Connected.

See you in Manchester! ⚽

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