Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders met the team behind Manchester cocktail bar Schofield's during the club's pre-season tour in South Korea. The encounter took place at Man City House in Seoul, where the bar has set up a residency.
Man City's Asian Tour
The Blues are currently on a pre-season Asian tour, which has included the men's first team traveling to Hong Kong for the first time since 2019 and an appearance at the Hong Kong Football Festival with a match against Inter Milan. The tour is now in South Korea following their first win under new manager Enzo Maresca on Wednesday, August 5, as they scored 3-1 against the K-League All Stars in Seoul.
Man City House and Schofield's
Ahead of a match against Atletico Madrid at the Seoul World Cup Stadium on Sunday, August 9, the club has set up shop in the South Korean capital. As part of a partnership with PUMA, the football team has opened a special Man City House in Seongsu-dong until Sunday. The house is described as a 'unique space where fans can immerse themselves in the world of Manchester City' with special events, collaborations, and special guest appearances.
Schofield's, run by brothers Joe and Daniel Schofield, has taken up residency at the Man City House experience, curating a special range of cocktails and mocktails for the occasion. In a social media post this week, the brothers were greeted by a visit from Reijnders, who helped prepare his own cocktail.
Reijnders' Visit
The Dutch player joined City on a five-year contract last year and has become a valuable member of the team. In March, the squad won the Carabao Cup after beating Arsenal 2-0 in the final.
Sharing the encounter on social media, Schofield's posted a photo of the footballer with owner Joe, captioned: "Manchester City & SCHOFIELD'S BAR. We've had an incredible time so far in South Korea making drinks at the @mancity hub, Man City House. What an honour to champion Manchester on the other side of the world!"
Fan Reactions
Fans of both City and Schofield's shared their delight in the meet-up. One person said: "Love to see this!" Another said: "This is so good." Another person threw some light-hearted shade their way over their choice of team, saying: "Great bar, questionable loyalty." Schofield's responded to clarify: "We support football, and unity."
Schofield's Background
Schofield's first opened in Manchester's Sunlight House, on Little Quay Street, in April 2021 and has continued to win praise and awards. It has previously topped the list of the annual Class magazine awards in London and took home the award for best bar at the Manchester Food & Drink Awards in 2024.
