(3 June 2006 2:00 pm)

MUMBAI: With only six days to go for the Fifa World Cup 2006, the official restaurant sponsor of the event, McDonald's adds to the hype and action with several promotional offers for the young and old alike.

Starting 6 June, McDonald's outlets across the country will build the football fever with Foosball Freekick, an in-store table football game that allows kids to have a try at a penalty shot and win lots of prizes.

Along with every Snoopy Football Happy Meal, kiddies can select interactive toys from a Snoopy Football selection, get a Perk XL chocolate bar and a free entry coupon to play Foosball Freekick.

All coupon holders will be allowed three penalty shots in the game and can go home with Cadbury chocolates, irrespective of whether they score.

Also catering to young adults and avid football fans, McDonald's will introduce World Cup Meals, supported by a "Digital Platform" allowing customers to get coupons to download free football mobile games, football ring tones and wallpapers.

In addition, customers can also enjoy fantasy football on the internet through McDonald's official Fifa World Cup game. www.fifaworldcup.com/fantasy.

Commenting on the football promotions, McDonald's India, Western & Southern Region MD and Joint Venture Partner Amit Jatia said, "As the official restaurant sponsor, we wanted to create the spirit and football fever at our restaurants across the country to bring both kids and young adults closer to the excitement of the Fifa World Cup 2006".