FC Thun is on the verge of winning the first championship title in the club's history - and the town is already preparing for a big celebration with a fan parade and a night out.
Last weekend, FC Thun's first championship title in the club's 128-year history was not to be. On Saturday, the Bernese Oberland club will have another chance to clinch the title early. And this will be at current champions Basel, of all clubs.
The prerequisite for Thun's celebrations is a victory at St. Jakob-Park, something that Mauro Lustrinelli's team has already achieved once this season. Kick-off is at 20:30 (live on blue Sport).
Should Thun lose in Basel, the decision could also be made on the sofa on Sunday if St.Gallen do not win against FC Sion. In any case, the Bernese Oberlanders already have a clear plan on how to celebrate:
If Thun become champions on Saturday ...
Spontaneous championship celebration on the Rathuausplatz in Thun, where the team will arrive after the necessary victory in Basel. The city of Thun authorizes a free night for all catering establishments throughout the city.
If Thun becomes (sofa) champions on Sunday ...
Public viewing of St.Gallen vs. Sion (the game live from 2.00 pm on blue Sport) in the Stockhorn Arena - doors open at 1.00 pm. Followed by a fan parade from the stadium to the Rathausplatz. The city of Thun is granting a free night for all catering establishments throughout the city.
Official championship celebration on Friday, May 15
The program for the official championship celebration is still being defined. A championship parade from the Stockhorn Arena towards the town is planned for the afternoon, where the official celebration will take place on Stadthofplatz.
