Chivas Regal Watch Party Draws Celebrities and Fans for Arsenal vs Manchester City Clash in Lagos

It was one of the biggest fixtures of the season, and in Lagos, it came with a full house and a strong mix of personalities.

The Chivas Regal Watch Party for Arsenal vs Manchester City on April 18, 2026 brought together football fans, celebrities, and media figures for a night that extended beyond the game itself. With Manchester City securing a 2–1 win, the match delivered enough tension and talking points to keep everyone engaged.

MI Abaga, Do2dtun, Efa Iwara, Ruggedman, Dan Dizzy, Fola Olatunji, and Joey Akan were all in attendance, giving the event a crossover feel where football met entertainment and conversation.
From kickoff, the crowd stayed fully involved. Arsenal fans reacted to every moment, while others leaned into the drama of the fixture. The “Predict and Win” challenge added another layer, with guests calling outcomes and reacting as the match unfolded.

At halftime, the energy stayed high. Hosted by Excel Joab and featuring Do2dtun, MI Abaga, Efa Iwara, and Igbo Blondie, the segment combined football talk with personality-driven interaction.

Around the venue, guests engaged with the Banter Wall and Pundit Chair, stepping into the conversation and sharing their own takes. It created a sense that everyone had a role to play in the experience.
That shared participation is what stood out most. Moments were not experienced individually, they were felt across the room. It reflects the idea behind “I Rise, We Rise” in a way that feels natural, where the energy of one person feeds into the wider atmosphere.

“Even when your team is losing, you are still enjoying it,” one attendee said. “It is about the people around you as much as the game.”

Guests who purchased Chivas Regal received official Arsenal merchandise, from jerseys to bomber jackets and branded accessories.

After the final whistle, the event transitioned into an afterparty, where football conversations gave way to music and social interaction.

For many in attendance, the night was not defined by the result, but by the experience of being part of something shared.

Pernod Ricard Nigeria is the local affiliate of Pernod Ricard, a global leader in wines and spirits.

Pernod Ricard holds a comprehensive portfolio of premium and luxury brands, with 16 out of the top 100 spirit brands in the world, including Jameson Irish Whiskey, Beefeater Gin, Martell Cognac, Seagram’s Imperial Blue Whisky, Imperial Black Whisky, Absolut Vodka, Ballantine’s Blended Scotch Whisky, Chivas Regal, The Glenlivet Scotch Whisky, Inverroche Gin, Olmeca Tequila, Malibu Liqueur, and GH Mumm Champagne.

Founded in 1786 and produced at the historic Strathisla Distillery in Speyside, the oldest working distillery in the Scottish Highlands – Chivas Regal embodies over two centuries of Scotch whisky craftsmanship. As a leading name in blended Scotch, Chivas is renowned for its signature smoothness, achieved through expert blending of high-quality single malt and grain whiskies sourced from across Scotland. Each expression in the Chivas range is a testament to the skill of our master blenders, combining rich Speyside character with exceptional depth and balance.

At the heart of Chivas is a simple but powerful belief, success isn’t a personal journey but it’s a shared celebration. That’s the spirit of the brand’s campaign, “I Rise, We Rise”. Today’s achievers don’t just rise alone – they bring others up with them. Because when one of us rises, we all rise.