Premier League to Host Doubleheader at Soldier Field this Summer
Chicago to Play Host to Premier League Summer Series
The Chicago Sports Commission and the Premier League have announced that Chicago will be one of three U.S. cities to host the second edition of the Premier League Summer Series, a pre-season tournament designed to bring teams from Europe’s best soccer league to fans across the pond.
Doubleheader at Soldier Field
On Wednesday, July 30, Soldier Field will host a doubleheader featuring four Premier League clubs – AFC Bournemouth, Everton, Manchester United, and West Ham United. This will be the first time Chicago has hosted a matchup of Premier League teams and comes after Premier League Mornings Live fan festival in Lincoln Park last September.
Mayor’s Statement
“Chicago is the greatest sports city in America, and I am thrilled to join the Chicago Sports Commission in welcoming the Premier League to Soldier Field this summer,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. “This event will showcase the beauty and diversity of Chicago to viewers around the world and demonstrate our ability to host major high-profile events of all varieties.”
Tournament Details
This is the second Premier League Summer Series to take place in the United States. In July 2023, more than 265,000 fans watched the first iteration of the Premier League Summer Series, with Chelsea FC winning the inaugural tournament.
Chicago is the only new city to be hosting Premier League Summer Series matches this year. Each leg of this year’s round-robin format tournament will involve all four teams playing double-headers at each location.
Match Schedule
- Saturday, July 26 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey:
- Match 1: Everton vs. AFC Bournemouth (3:00 p.m. CT kick-off)
- Match 2: Manchester United vs. West Ham United (6:00 p.m. CT kick-off)
- Wednesday, July 30 at Soldier Field:
- Match 1: West Ham United vs. Everton (5:30 p.m. CT kick-off)
- Match 2: Manchester United vs. AFC Bournemouth (8:30 p.m. CT kick-off)
- Sunday, Aug. 3 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta:
- Match 1: AFC Bournemouth vs. West Ham United (1:00 p.m. CT kick-off)
- Match 2: Manchester United vs. Everton (4:00 p.m. CT kick-off)
Conclusion
The Premier League Summer Series is set to bring the world’s top soccer league to the United States this summer, with Chicago playing host to a doubleheader at Soldier Field. The tournament promises to be an exciting event for fans of the sport, with some of the world’s top teams and players competing for the top spot.
FAQs
* When can I purchase tickets for the Premier League Summer Series?
Single ticket purchase for each venue will give fans a seat for both matches of the doubleheader. Ticket registration is now open and tickets for all matches will be available via pre-sale from 9 a.m. CT on Thursday, March 13. General ticket sales will begin at 9 a.m. CT on Friday, March 14.
* How can I get more information on the Premier League Summer Series?
For all the latest tournament and ticket information, visit: www.premierleague.com/SummerSeries.
