February 16, 2023 – National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) – Angel City FC News Release
LOS ANGELES/MEXICO CITY – Today Angel City Football Club (ACFC) and Club América Femenil announced an international friendly match at BMO Stadium scheduled for Wednesday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m. PT. The friendly, which falls on International Women’s Day, will showcase two clubs with their sights set on extending the global reach of women’s football and bringing together their collective fan bases.
This preseason match is part of ACFC’s 12-game season ticket package. Single-game ticket sales will be announced shortly.
“It’s an incredible opportunity to be showcasing some of the best women’s football in the world by hosting Club América on International Women’s Day,” said ACFC President and Co-Founder Julie Uhrman. “The theme of International Women’s Day this year is ‘Embrace Equity,’ which is perfectly in line with this friendly match. Football unites us and this match provides us a new and exciting platform to elevate our game and continue to drive toward equity in sport.”
The match will be a SoCal homecoming for Club América players Karina Rodriguez (Torrance native, UCLA alum), Jocelyn Orejel (Fountain Valley native), Itzel González (UC San Diego alum), Scarlett Camberos (LA native, UC Irvine alum), and Kiana Palacios (Orange native, UC Irvine alum).
“We’re very excited about coming to LA and facing a great rival such as Angel City, “Playing on International Women’s Day has a special meaning. Collaboration between football clubs is key to developing the sport and improving our game. Club América has a lot to share in the US, based on our values, community, and the passion for football”, said Claudia Carrión, Women’s Football Director for Club América.
Matchday will kick off with a street fair outside of BMO Stadium on Christmas Tree Lane starting at 5:00 p.m. It will feature spirit stations, photo moments, a beer garden, and food trucks. The clubs will also honor the national champion UCLA Women’s Soccer Team with a special halftime recognition, as well as autograph signings and photos with the championship trophy at the pre-match street fair.
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