0 happening before a sports match:
pre-match entertainment
In our view it would be because few spectators arrive at a ground more than two hours before the kick-off even for major matches where pre-match entertainment may be provided.
Once the pre-match festivities were over the game began and a rout ensued.
Despite all pre-match communications, press publicity and big-screen appeals, it was extremely disappointing to see our plans were not realised.
The club also uses these screens during the pre-match build up and during breaks in play to improve the match night presentation.
During match days, bands may provide pre-match entertainment on the pitch.
He takes part in the pre-match proceedings, attempting to get the crowd going.
Kabuki had a pre-match ritual of showing his skills with the nunchaku that intimidated most opponents.
This pre-match and half-time entertainment was dropped after the first season.