A:3K event postponed until summer 2011

A:3K which was due to take place at London's O2 Arena on 17th July is to be postponed until summer 2011. The event was created as the first of its kind to bring together some of the greatest football talents in the world to compete in a series of challenges in front of a live audience.

Director of A:3K Terry Byrne said "Both Steven Gerrard and Wayne Rooney have made it clear they believe it would be inappropriate for them to participate in A:3K at this time. We fully understand and respect both players' decisions. We could have replaced them with two other players but feel the players involved are six of the best in the world - and that is what we promised we would deliver."

Having consulted all parties involved, everyone agreed the only decision possible was to postpone the event until next summer when we intend to deliver the same six player line up. Our priority right now is to our customers who have purchased tickets. We will be offering a full refund or the option to keep the tickets for next year's event. Once again all of us at A:3K would like to apologise to our customers, our partners and stakeholders for any inconvenience caused by the postponement.

President of International for AEG Live, Rob Hallett, who was promoting the event said "As a football fan I totally understand and respect Steven and Wayne's decision to postpone their involvement in A:3K until next year. We look forward to hosting the event at the O2 Arena on the rescheduled date in June 2011."

For information on ticket exchange or refund please go to www.aeglive.com