The England Legends squad will be managed by former Everton, Manchester City and England midfielder Peter Reid. He said: "It is fantastic news that the third England Legends game will be staged at Fulham, a Premiership club with a fantastic football history and heritage, the perfect home for Legends football. Also, Johnny Haynes is a fitting man to receive this type of international recognition."
Sarah Brookes, Fulham's Head of Communications & Marketing added: "We are delighted to open our gates and welcome the legends of England and Ireland to play this prestigious match at Craven Cottage. We are sure that it will attract people of all ages from all over London for what will be a great occasion. An equally pleasing part of hosting this game is the contribution it will make to the Johnny Haynes statue. It is entirely appropriate that Fulham's greatest son should have a lasting tribute at the Cottage and the contribution from the Legend's game, and the generosity of our Chairman, will help us achieve this aim."
Described as 'The Maestro' by Pele, Johnny Haynes played club-record 658 games and scored 158 goals for Fulham Football Club between 1952 and 1970. Haynes is widely regarded as the greatest footballer ever to play for the London club, particularly noted for his exceptional passing skill and ability to read a game. An accomplished international, he made 56 appearances for his country, including 22 as captain.
The England Legends will be looking to bounce back to winning ways at Craven Cottage. The Germany Legends beat their English counterparts 5-1 at Sheffield United's Bramall Lane on Thursday August 7th. Lee Sharpe scored England's only goal. In the first game of The 2008 Legends Series, on Thursday May 15th, the England Legends kicked off their summer schedule with a 2-0 win over Scotland at St. Mary's Stadium, Southampton, thanks to goals from Stan Collymore and Steve Hodge.
Lester Holcombe, organiser of The Legends: England v Ireland, noted: "The Legends: England v Ireland will give football supporters from all over London and the south the chance to experience the unique carnival atmosphere of Legends football. It is also brilliant news that Fulham are going to celebrate the life of Johnny Haynes at the game, he was a true football Legend and a loyal servant of a club he clearly loved.
"The Legends: England v Ireland marks the sixth game for The England Legends. England have drawn 3-3 and lost 4-1 to The Italy Legends, beaten The Rest of the World Legends 4-2, Scotland 2-0 and lost to Germany 5-1. In total, more than 120,000 supporters have attended the Legends'five previous fixtures.
The England and Ireland line-ups will be announced over the course of September and October at www.legendsfootball.tv and www.itv.com/thelegends
Tickets for The Legends: England v Ireland are £14 for adults (over 16) and £8 for OAPs/Students, plus booking fee and available from Fulham Football Club's Box Office on 0870 442 1234.
Transmission for The Legends: England v Ireland will begin at 7pm.