Arizona State Sun Devils v Kansas Jayhawks | Union Jack Classic | Saturday 19 September 2026

Union Jack Classic at Wembley: Your Game Day Spot at Blue Check

American college football is coming to Wembley for the very first time. On Saturday 19 September 2026, the Arizona State Sun Devils take on the Kansas Jayhawks in the Union Jack Classic, a Big 12 Conference showdown that's never been played on this side of the Atlantic.

Two college powerhouses. One historic pitch. And Blue Check is just 2 minutes from Wembley Stadium, ready to get you fed before kick-off.

Whether you're a die-hard college football fan, a curious local, or just here because American football at Wembley doesn't happen every weekend, this is a fixture worth building your day around.

What Is the Union Jack Classic?

The Union Jack Classic brings two Big 12 Conference teams to Wembley Stadium for a taste of authentic American college football. It's the first time either Arizona State or Kansas has played a game in the UK, and the first time London has hosted a Big 12 fixture at all.

Kick-off time is still to be confirmed by the stadium at the time of writing, so keep an eye on the official Wembley ticketing page nearer the date. What we do know: gates open early on Union Jack Classic day, the atmosphere builds fast, and Wembley Park will be busy from the morning onwards. If you're coming for the Sun Devils or the Jayhawks, get here with time to spare.

Why Blue Check Before the Game

Big match days at Wembley move fast. Trains get packed, queues build up outside the stadium, and the last thing you want is to arrive hungry with nowhere to sit. That's where we come in.

A short walk from the stadium. We're right on Empire Way, close enough that you can eat, relax, and still make kick-off with time to spare.

Food that suits the occasion: Burgers, pizza, and loaded fries, made fresh and served fast. Exactly what a game day crowd wants before heading over to the stadium. No booking needed, first come, first served, so you can walk straight in off the street.

A proper pre-match atmosphere. Grab a table with your mates, get the game day chat going, and soak up the buzz before you head over to the stadium.

Family-run hospitality that's done this before. We're a family-run venue, and Wembley match days are what we do. We've fed the crowds for football games, concerts at Wembley, big nights at OVO Arena, and every major fixture in between. Expect a warm welcome and service that actually cares whether your day goes well.

Getting to Wembley on the Day

By train: Wembley Park Station (Jubilee and Metropolitan lines) and Wembley Stadium Station (Chiltern Railways) both serve the stadium.

By coach: National Express runs Wembley Express services from over 50 locations across the UK straight to the stadium.

By car: Book official stadium parking in advance. A resident's parking permit scheme is in place around Wembley on event days, so stick to official car parks to avoid a fine.

However you're getting here, build in time to stop at Blue Check on the way. Trust us, you'll want the head start on the crowds.

Book Your Table for the Union Jack Classic

This is a fixture London won't see again for a while, and Wembley Park is going to fill up fast. Get your table sorted at Blue Check before the Sun Devils and the Jayhawks kick off.

Blue Check Wembley, 12–13 Empire Way, Wembley Park, London HA9, 2 minutes from Wembley Stadium 📞 020 8902 8147

No booking needed for walk-ins; first come, first served.