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Following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, St. Louis CITY SC to Welcome New Fans to the Sport With the Club’s “First Match on Us” Program

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New Fans Can Experience Their First CITY SC Match for Free, Courtesy of CITY SC

As World Cup soccer takes over North America this summer, more eyes than ever will be on the beautiful game. With St. Louis CITY SC returning from the tournament break on July 16, the club looks to welcome new fans to Energizer Park to experience its award-winning matchday for the very first time – absolutely free.

A natural extension to CITY SC’s “Summer of Soccer Presented by Purina,” theFirst Match on Us Program is a great way for new fans to enjoy one of the most talked-about stadium experiences in Major League Soccer, known for its nonstop energy, passionate supporters, 100% local food and uniquely St. Louis spirit. How it works: If you have never attended a CITY SC game, sign up at **www.stlcitysc.com/firstmatch** to request two free tickets to a 2026 first-team, regular season CITY SC home match. (First Match on Us tickets are available in very limited quantities for select matches.)

“As attention on soccer grows over these coming months, we know more and more people will be interested in seeing what CITY SC matchdays are all about,” said Edmound Elzy, Vice President of Ticket Sales & Service at St. Louis CITY SC. “With our First Match on Us Program, newcomers to CITY SC – no matter if they are discovering our club for the first time or are new to soccer in general – can experience their first CITY match on us. It’s a great opportunity for us to reach new fans and continue to grow the game in our region.”

“Our fans are a huge part of what makes this club special,” said St. Louis CITY SC Vice-Captain and Midfielder Marcel Hartel. “We feel their energy every time we step onto the field, and their support is extremely important to us as players. We cannot wait to welcome even more new fans to Energizer Park and share the experience of a match together.”

CITY SC matchdays have earned multiple MLS Club Awards, including honors for match presentation, youth fan engagement and accessibility. Energizer Park took home Prix Versailles’ 2024 World Title in the sports category and was recognized as one of the world’s most beautiful sports venues by the prestigious global organization.

Visit **www.stlcitysc.com/firstmatch** for more information and to sign up for the First Match on Us Program.