May 10, 2022 – Major League Soccer (MLS) – Minnesota United FC News Release
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. – Minnesota United today announced it will host one of the English Premier League’s most prestigious clubs – Everton FC – for an international friendly on Wednesday, July 20 at 7:00 p.m. CT.
Tickets for this special match go on sale to the general public on May 23, but fans can receive early access to this match, as well as the three final home games of the regular season, with the Big-Game Bundle.
The game will be a unique occasion for fans of both teams due to an important link Everton shares with current MNUFC Head Coach Adrian Heath. The Loons manager enjoyed an incredibly successful playing career as a forward for Everton from 1982 – 1988 and was a critical member of the team during one of Everton’s most successful runs in the 1980s.
A club-record signing, he made 308 appearances, scored 94 goals, and was crucial in helping Everton win two league titles in 1985 and in 1987 as well as winning the FA Cup in 1984 and UEFA European Cup Winners’ Cup in 1985.
“We are thrilled to be able to bring the best of the world’s game to our Minnesota soccer community,” said MNUFC CEO Shari Ballard. “Not only is Everton a storied club, but their meaningful history with Adrian will add an extra dimension of fun to the game. In addition to this game, we have a fantastic lineup of soccer coming to Allianz Field throughout the summer, including another international friendly against SC Paderborn 07 in July and the MLS All-Star game in August. We look forward to sharing all of these experiences with our fans and our community.”
Everton Football Club is one of the most storied clubs in English football. Formed in 1878, the club was one of the founding members of the Football League in 1888, and won its first title, the League Championship, in the 1890-91 season. Everton has competed in the top division for a record 118 seasons, having missed only four top-flight seasons. The Club is…
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