Matchday 8: MNUFC2 vs. St. Louis CITY2 | #MINvSTL
Date: Friday, May 3, 2024
Kickoff: 6:00 p.m. CT
Location: National Sports Center
Broadcast: MLSNEXTPro.com
Tickets: SeatGeek.com
Game Central
For their fifth game of the season, MNUFC2 will finally play their first match in Minnesota this Friday, May 3, at 6:00 p.m. CT. So far this season, the Twos have showcased a lot of local talent. With Academy players like Tamer Ibsais, Jonah Gasho, and Kai Zeruhn representing the Black and Blue, many young Minnesotans have already gotten the chance to make their mark in the Pro Player Pathway this year. For their next test, the Loons look to take down St. Louis CITY2 at the National Sports Center. To see the showdown between St. Louis and the Twos, get your tickets today at SeatGeek.com. Can't make it to NSC? No problem; you can stream the game for FREE on MLSNEXTPro.com to catch all of the action.
Merchandise
Forgot your scarf? No worries! The Black & Blue Team Store merch truck has you covered for any and all of your matchday merchandise needs. A new season means new merch, so make sure to stop and shop all the latest Loons gear.
Matchday Info
Parking
Free parking at the National Sports Center will be available in Lots F and G and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Tailgating
Tailgating is back at NSC! While we recommend Lot F for any pre-match fellowship, there is no designated area to stick to. We simply ask that fans who plan to take advantage of this opportunity abide by the following restrictions:
- No glass
- No charcoal
- No feeding any wildlife
- Trash and recycling must be properly disposed of
- Alcohol must remain in Lots F and G
Gates
Fans should plan to enter the NSC Stadium via the North Gate. There will only be one entry gate available on game day, opening 1 hour prior to kickoff.
Ticketing
Tickets are online purchase only. If you don't have tickets ahead of gametime, there will be QR codes posted on signs by the gates of NSC for fans to use to purchase their tickets.
Security Screening and Bag Policy
Standard MNUFC screening procedures will be in place for MNUFC2 games at the National Sports Center. Each guest will be subject to walk through a magnetometer, and guests with bags will be asked to open their bags for a brief search. The clear-bag policy will not be enforced at the National Sports Center Stadium. All bags that are 12” x 6” x 12” or smaller will be allowed into the stadium. Guests with diaper bags or medical bags will have their bags checked and then tagged, but will not have size restrictions. There will not be a bag check service available for games played at the National Sports Center. Any guests with non-admissible bags will be asked to return their bags to their car.
Food & Beverage
Grab-and-go concession items will be available for purchase inside the stadium, including chips and peanuts. There will also be beer, soda and water available to pair with your snacks.
Cashless Purchasing
For the safety of those attending matches, all ticket and in-stadium purchases will be conducted in a touchless manner.
Autograph Alley
MNUFC2 players will be signing autographs on their way back to the locker room after the match. Fans that want to score some signatures should meet behind sections 3 and 4 of the seating bowl, where they will be guided down to the autograph area by event staff. Fans of all ages are invited to participate.
Postgame PKs
Once the players have cleared the field after Autograph Alley, fans between the ages of 3 and 15 will have the chance to take a PK on the very same turf that the team plays on. After signing a waiver, participants gathered behind sections 3 and 4 of the seating bowl will be guided down to the field by event staff.
Matchday Policies
Get the most out of your matchday by learning the dos and the do nots of MNUFC2 games at the National Sports Center.
