March 19, 2024
Soccer Champions Tour Announces 2024 U.S. Summer Series Return Featuring Real Madrid CF, FC Barcelona, AC Milan, Manchester City and Chelsea
Global soccer powerhouses return to major U.S. markets for world-class matchups spanning July 27 to August 6, 2024
SAN FRANCISCO (March 19, 2024) – Soccer Champions Tour today announced the 2024 tour schedule for the second summer series of matches featuring five of the world’s most iconic soccer clubs to be played in major markets across the United States. Spain’s Real Madrid CF and FC Barcelona, Italy’s AC Milan, and England’s Manchester City and Chelsea will compete in six matches between July 27 to August 6, 2024.
The 2024 Soccer Champions Tour marks the second time both Spanish soccer clubs and AC Milan have participated together in the unique U.S. series, with the addition of two premier English soccer clubs in Manchester City and Chelsea. The matches will take place in host stadiums across New York, New Jersey, Chicago, Orlando, Baltimore, and Charlotte.
Highlights of the upcoming 2024 Soccer Champions Tour include a matchup between Spanish soccer giants FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, which will play host to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Additional action pits Manchester City and AC Milan for a match at Yankee Stadium, with Chelsea playing Real Madrid CF in Charlotte.
“Soccer Champions Tour is thrilled to return this summer with enticing matchups featuring some of the world’s most storied clubs for fans in the U.S. to witness the beautiful game at the highest level,” said Joe Carr, Commissioner of Soccer Champions Tour. “With all five clubs possessing passionate supporters that span the globe, we’re pleased to unveil an exciting range of matches throughout the U.S., a market experiencing exponential growth in the sport’s popularity.”
Soccer Champions Tour was created by the global investment firm Sixth Street to support the continued global growth of top-tier sports franchises by organizing high-profile, competitive events for the millions of fans outside the domestic markets for the world’s biggest clubs.
Soccer Champions Tour works closely with global premium experiences company Legends to create marquee matchups and enhanced in-game experiences for fans of the game. Legends manages commercial revenue for the tour, including global partnerships, premium seating and merchandise, as well as ticket marketing and promotions.
Soccer Champions Tour is additionally produced in partnership with leading sports and live entertainment company AEG. AEG oversees tour operations, team operations, stadium relationships and ticket sales.
Two of the 2024 Soccer Champions Tour matches will be produced in partnership with the FC Series.
Soccer Champions Tour Schedule
- Saturday, July 27
- Manchester City vs. AC Milan at Yankee Stadium, New York, NY *in partnership with FC Series
- Tuesday, July 30
- FC Barcelona vs. Manchester City at Camping World Stadium, Orlando, FL *in partnership with FC Series
- Wednesday, July 31
- AC Milan vs Real Madrid CF at Soldier Field, Chicago, IL
- Saturday, August 3
- Real Madrid CF vs. FC Barcelona at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ
- Tuesday, August 6
- FC Barcelona vs. AC Milan at M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore, MD
- Tuesday, August 6
- Real Madrid CF vs. Chelsea at Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC
Exclusive pre-sale tickets will be available starting March 25 with the general on-sale ticket access beginning on March 27. For access to the pre-sale, all fans are invited to sign up at www.SoccerChampionsTour.com. All individual game and venue-specific information is also available at the tour website and fans can follow @TheSCTour on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter for updates.
The matches remain subject to approval by the relevant soccer authorities.
About Soccer Champions Tour
Soccer Champions Tour brings together the world’s most iconic clubs for annual fixtures in major cities across North America. Created by the global investment firm Sixth Street to empower partner clubs to tap into the increasing demand for the sport in the United States, the summer series delivers thrilling matches at the country’s leading venues. Soccer Champions Tour partners with the global premium experiences company, Legends, and leading sports and live entertainment company, AEG, to curate the most in-demand matches across world football to inspire new and long-time supporters alike. For more information, visit www.SoccerChampionsTour.com, and follow @TheSCTour on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter/X, for updates.