FC Cincinnati will host former Premier League side Burnley FC in a summer international friendly on Friday, July 10 at 7:30 p.m. at TQL Stadium. The match represents a significant moment for the club, as President and Co-CEO Jeff Berding noted, 'Hosting a club with the history of Burnley FC is a great moment for our organization and our fans.' Burnley FC, who finished 19th in the Premier League and were relegated to the Championship, will be the second English side to visit FC Cincinnati, following Crystal Palace FC's visit in 2016. That match drew a record 35,061 fans to Nippert Stadium. J.J. Watt, a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year and minority investor in Burnley FC, expressed his excitement for the match, saying 'I'm very excited to welcome the Clarets to America for our pre-season tour this summer.' The match will be part of Burnley's pre-season American tour, which also includes stops in Columbus and Salt Lake City. Tickets for the friendly will go on sale for FC Cincinnati season ticket holders, Orange and Blue Reserve members, and partial plan members in an exclusive presale beginning Friday. The general public can purchase tickets starting at 10 a.m. on Monday. FC Cincinnati's match against Burnley FC will be a mid-break tune-up during Major League Soccer's World Cup break. The club is looking to keep its skills sharp and build momentum for the second half of the season. With the visit of Burnley FC, FC Cincinnati fans will have the opportunity to see a historic English club up close and personal. The match promises to be an exciting encounter, with FC Cincinnati looking to test its mettle against a formidable opponent. As the club continues to evolve and grow, matches like this will be crucial in shaping its identity and building its fan base. The summer friendly will be a great chance for FC Cincinnati to showcase its talent and determination, and fans will be eager to see how the team performs against Burnley FC.
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FC Cincinnati Welcomes Burnley FC for International Friendly
FC Cincinnati takes on Burnley FC in a highly anticipated summer friendly, marking the club's continued evolution and growth
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