London/Hanoi/Singapore, Thursday, 19 March 2025 – The Ascott Limited (Ascott), the Official Hotels Partner of Chelsea Football Club, continues its second season of partnership with the English Premier League club by unveiling Hanoi, Vietnam, as the next stop of Chelsea Football Club’s international fan engagement programme. Taking place on 17 and 18 April 2026, the latest edition of The Famous CFC will be held across Ascott Tay Ho Hanoi, Oakwood Residence Hanoi and Somerset West Point Hanoi. The programme will culminate in A Night with the Blues, an exclusive event for Chelsea fans hosted by Chelsea Football Club and Ascott. Taking place at the Ho Tay Grand Ballroom at Ascott Tay Ho Hanoi, the evening will be part of the build-up to the Chelsea vs. Manchester United fixture on Saturday, 18 April 2026, 8.00 pm BST (UK). Marking a major milestone for both Ascott and Chelsea FC, this Hanoi edition will welcome Chelsea legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, making his first official club visit to Vietnam. Known for his iconic goal‑scoring prowess and electrifying presence on the pitch, Hasselbaink remains one of the most celebrated forwards in Chelsea’s modern era. Across his four years at the club from 2000 to 2004, he produced 87 goals in 177 appearances and captured the 2000/01 Premier League Golden Boot with 23 strikes. Scoring on his debut against Manchester United, he quickly became a fan favourite and a defining presence in Chelsea’s frontline of the time. Hasselbaink’s appearance brings an exciting lift to the theme “A Legend at a Legendary Venue”, introducing fans to the premier event spaces at Ascott Tay Ho Hanoi. The property’s Ho Tay Grand Ballroom, the largest pillarless ballroom in Hanoi, will be transformed into a Stamford Bridge–inspired arena to showcase the venue’s scale and versatility. With 14 additional function rooms and full food and beverage service, Ascott Tay Ho Hanoi’s event spaces have only just begun hosting events ahead of the launch of its 1,165 rooms, making this an exclusive first look for fans and media alike. The Famous CFC is Chelsea’s global fan experience designed to bring supporters closer to the club while deepening collaboration with international partners. The programme has already made its mark in major cities, creating unforgettable memories for fans around the world. The Hanoi edition will continue this tradition with an exciting two-day programme featuring special fan activities, including an exclusive meet-and-greet and evening event
