News Summary
D.C. United has announced an exciting friendly match against Mexico’s Club América, set for September 6, 2025, at Audi Field in Washington, D.C. The match will kick off at 6:30 p.m. ET, showcasing one of North America’s most celebrated soccer clubs. Fans can purchase tickets through an exclusive pre-sale, highlighting the significant Latino community in the D.C. area. This event symbolizes the cultural connections soccer fosters and promises to be a remarkable sporting occasion.
Washington, D.C. – D.C. United to Host Friendly Match Against Club América
D.C. United has officially announced a friendly match against Mexico’s celebrated Club América, scheduled for Saturday, September 6, 2025. The highly anticipated event will take place at Audi Field in Washington, D.C., with a kickoff time set for 6:30 p.m. ET.
Club América, founded in 1916, is known as Mexico’s most decorated and popular soccer club, also recognized as the most decorated club in North America. Based in Mexico City and nicknamed Las Águilas, the team boasts a roster filled with talent, including Mexican internationals Henry Martín and Luis Malagón, as well as former LAFC player Brian Rodríguez.
The D.C. metropolitan area has a significant Latino population, with over 1.5 million people, making Mexicans the largest subgroup among them. Club América’s presence in Washington, D.C. resonates with its passionate fanbase who often show support for the team, creating an exciting atmosphere for the match.
Match Details and Ticket Information
Tickets for the friendly match are not part of D.C. United Season Ticket Member packages. Season Ticket Members will have exclusive access for one week, beginning at 10 a.m. ET, to secure their existing membership seats. Following this exclusive period, an early pre-sale for D.C. United and Audi Field subscribers will start at 12 p.m. ET on July 11, 2025. The general public sale will commence at 2 p.m. ET on the same day for single match tickets, group tickets, and suite reservations.
Fans interested in gaining access to the pre-sale can subscribe for updates by signing up on the D.C. United website. Media representatives wishing to cover the match must apply for credentials, with applications needing to be submitted by September 3, 2025.
D.C. United’s History and Venue
D.C. United remains one of the founding clubs of Major League Soccer (MLS) since its establishment in 1996. The team has garnered an impressive record, winning a total of 13 domestic and international trophies, including four MLS Cups (1996, 1997, 1999, and 2004), four Supporters’ Shields (1997, 1999, 2006, and 2007), and three Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cups (1996, 2008, and 2013).
The team’s home games are held at Audi Field, a state-of-the-art soccer-specific stadium that opened in 2018. Located in the Buzzard Point neighborhood of Southwest Washington, D.C., Audi Field has a seating capacity of 20,000 and hosts more than 100 events annually, contributing to the vibrant sports culture of the city. D.C. United trains at the Inova Performance Complex, a modern training facility in Leesburg, Virginia, which offers four outdoor practice fields and was inaugurated in 2021.
The Significance of the Match
In announcing this matchup, the President of Business Operations for D.C. United expressed pride in welcoming Club América. The event highlights the importance of the vibrant Latino community in the region and the cultural connections that soccer fosters. Club América’s President of Operations indicated excitement for the match and reiterated the club’s commitment to expanding its international presence, further enhancing the relationship with local fans.
This friendly match not only promises an exciting sporting event but also reinforces the collaboration and cultural exchange between clubs and their global fanbases.
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- D.C. United Official Announcement
- Goal: D.C. United vs Club América Friendly
- U.S. Soccer: DC United vs Nashville SC
- Wikipedia: D.C. United
- Washington Post: D.C. United News
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