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Aldi Christmas advert turns football icons into fruit and veg for the World Cup

There's puns from the very first frame. Pretty sure we've flown with peasyJet before.

Danny Jones Danny Jones - 7th November 2022

Christmas advert season has officially arrived, with the likes of Asda, Boots, M&S and more all having revealed their offerings this year. However, we might just have a new favourite thanks to Aldi.

Released on Mon 7 November, the 2022 Aldi Christmas advert revolves around this year’s Qatar World Cup, as the tournament will obviously be played throughout the festive period, with the final set for 18 December.

It’s fair to say that the holidays and the rare winter World Cup are almost going hand in hand this year and despite the controversy surrounding the tournament itself, the supermarket chain couldn’t ignore how central it’s going to be the seasonal celebrations.

Without further ado, here is the new Aldi Christmas advert, ‘Feast of Football’, in all its glory:

As you can see, Aldi have managed to squeeze in a number of famous players and their punny grocery equivalents into 50-seconds of fast-paced festive and footballing fun.

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Complete with the first-class commentary from the one and only Peter Drury, the advert features the likes of Ronaldi, Messy, MmmBap and Bean (we sincerely hope this was supposed to be Roy Keane); Macarooney, Beth Swead, Marrowdona and, finally, the return of Kevin the Carrot.

There’s even a Cuthbert the Caterpillar cameo – did you spot it?

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Our only complaint is that we didn’t see an appearance from Manchester’s very own Marcus Radishford like we did in last year’s Aldi Christmas ad, which we’d argue is in the all-time top 10.

We’ll let them off this time. Christmas spirit and all that.

Seeing Buddy from Elf pop in the Asda Xmas ad was pretty cool but who doesn’t love Kevin? The jury is still out until the John Lewis Christmas advert is out but we’ll admit, this one gave us a little chuckle.

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A pop-up apres-ski bar with yurts, live music and steins has opened in Greater Manchester

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson A pop-up apres-ski bar with yurts, live music and steins has opened in Greater Manchester

All the vibes of an apres-ski experience have landed in Greater Manchester with the arrival of a full Yurt Village. 

Inside each cosy space you’ll find log fires, Christmas trees, ski racks, cable cars and fur throws for the perfect Alpine atmosphere. 

The YurtBar pop-up in Sale has several different event spaces of varying shapes and sizes, each one named after and inspired by iconic European ski resorts. 

Just imagine gathering all your loved ones together to sip on mulled wines, steins of beer and ski shots surrounded by twinkling lights. Bliss, right?

If you’re planning a party this winter, whether it’s your work Christmas do, a birthday, or just a festive get-together with friends, YurtBar is a perfect party spot for the season.

A pop-up apres-ski bar with yurts, live music and steins has opened in Greater Manchester
A pop-up apres-ski bar with yurts, live music and steins has opened in Greater Manchester
A pop-up apres-ski bar with yurts, live music and steins has opened in Greater Manchester
A pop-up apres-ski bar with yurts, live music and steins has opened in Greater Manchester
A pop-up apres-ski bar with yurts, live music and steins has opened in Greater Manchester
A pop-up apres-ski bar with yurts, live music and steins has opened in Greater Manchester. Credit: Supplied

While the yurts can be booked for groups up to 152 people, you can also just enjoy the apres-ski atmosphere in much smaller groups, with tables available for six people too. 

On arrival at the festive Yurt Village you’ll be greeted with a welcome drink before tucking into an Alpine-themed three-course meal by The Hog and Apple. 

And to get the party started there’s a full cocktail bar, plus live music with a DJ and saxophonist. 

You’ll be able to document your festive celebration in a photobooth with an Alpine themed backdrop, as well as a 360 degree videobooth. 

Billed by previous customers as ‘the best night of the year’, YurtBar bookings are now open for minimum tables of six. 

To feel like you’ve been whisked off to the mountains without ever leaving town, click HERE. 

And you can save money on your booking using the code Organisergoesfree!

Read more: The big Manchester guide to Christmas 2024 – events, theatre, grottos and more

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Freight Island are celebrating New Year’s Eve with a big fireworks show

Thomas Melia Thomas Melia

Manchester’s well-known outdoor venue, Freight Island, is taking New Year’s Eve into their own hands and kicking 2025 off with a bang, hosting a big fireworks display to remember.

The already impressive Twilight Trail, which gained a cult following online thanks to how fascinating it looks, is now becoming the home for Freight Island’s ‘Fireworks Extravaganza’.

Taking place in Mayfield Park, as soon as dusk hits, this 6.5-acre greenland site turns into a twinkling paradise fit for anyone who

At this highly anticipated event, marking the close of the illuminated trail for this year, kids even get free sparklers and marshmallow roasting to enjoy during their time at the park.

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Sparklers at the ‘Firework Extravaganza’ at Mayfield Park.
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Watching the firework show at Mayfield Park.
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Soaking up the fun with lots of activities on this light trail.
Mayfield Park gets super magical at this time of year. (Credit: Supplied)

There’s even music soundtracking your walk around the incredible environment courtesy of a Coronation Street star and Manchester-based collective, La Discothèque.

Not only will you be visually treated, but you’ll also have a soulful soundtrack that sits easy on the ears too. Craig Charles is providing his ‘Trunk Of Funk, Volume 3’ compilation to send your eyes and ears on an unforgettable journey.

After immersing yourself in all that culture and exploration, taking yourself on a culinary experience is definitely overdue and Freight Island have made sure food is in large supply.

All of the usual vendors currently in situ at Freight Island have come to check out the lights too with names like Burgerism, Voodoo Ray’s, Lazy Tony’s Lasagnaria and Oh My Cheesecake.

The firework show is taking place for 10 minutes at 8pm with a party event lined up straight after for those who want to enrich themselves in even more New Year celebrations.

Titled ‘The Little Disco’ and achieving a headline slot from Girls Of The Internet, the atmosphere is set to be electric at Freight‘s mainstay location just next door.

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When purchasing your tickets for the initial firework show you automatically guarantee yourself an invite to the afterparty for free!

Tickets for Freight Island’s ‘New Year’s Eve Fireworks Extravaganza’ are already live and you can find them HERE.

Until then, if you’re looking to make the most of the festivities this holiday season, we’ve also put together a round-up of the best light trails in and around Greater Manchester. Enjoy!

The best light trails around Greater Manchester to explore this winter

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