On Friday, April 19, 2025, Cleveland will host one of the most anticipated soccer events of the year — at Huntington Bank Field, the MLS Cup 2023 champions «Columbus Crew» and the Supporters’ Shield 2024 winners «Inter Miami» will face off. The game begins at 4:30 PM Eastern Time.
This is not just another regular-season match — it’s a historic confrontation between two powerful teams in a new MLS location. The match will be the first league championship game in northeastern Ohio, highlighting the expansion of football’s popularity in the region.
Tickets and Priority for Fans
Ticket sales started on Tuesday, January 14, at 10:00 AM, but the most dedicated supporters had the opportunity to access early tickets a day earlier — on January 13, from 3:00 PM on the website columbuscrew.com/coming-to-cleveland.
Owners of «Crew» season tickets will receive seating equivalent to or better than their usual seats, along with exclusive bonuses:
- free parking pass,
- food and drink voucher,
- ticket to the post-match party right on the field.
The Voice of the Club and Community
«Crew» President of Business Operations Josh Glessing emphasized that this match is an important step in the club’s development across the entire state:
«We want to provide more opportunities for our fans. Huntington Bank Field is a chance not only to watch the game live but also to attract a new fan base in northeastern Ohio».
The team will also implement a social project as part of its mission to support youth soccer in the region. Further details will be announced later.
A Stadium with a Rich History
Huntington Bank Field is the home stadium of Cleveland Browns, hosting dozens of major events since 1999:
- CONCACAF Gold Cup,
- matches of the US men's and women's national teams,
- WWE SummerSlam 2024,
- concerts by Rolling Stones, , Rod Stewart,
- and soon — AC/DC (May 28, 2025).
What to Expect?
The showdown between «Columbus Crew» and «Inter Miami» promises to be a real spectacle: high-level gameplay, a fiery atmosphere at the 67,000-seat stadium, and incredible energy from the fans. The full MLS 2025 season schedule will be announced soon.
Tickets for other «Crew» matches in Columbus will be available later on the website columbuscrew.com/tickets.
Don't miss the opportunity to be part of Ohio’s soccer history — this match will be not only a sporting event but a true celebration for the entire community!
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