A soccer destination
Over the past 16 years the United States has cemented itself as a top tier host of international soccer.
The sellout crowd of 90,526 that packed the Rose Bowl for a Mexico vs. New Zealand friendly last week is the latest testament to America's diverse and devoted fan base.
To this day, the 1994 U.S. World Cup holds the records for the highest average match attendance at 69,000 and for the total tournament attendance at 3.6 million — and this is before the tournament expanded from 24 to 32 teams and from 52 to 64 matches.
Just last summer, the U.S. hosted more than 100+ top flight professional matches, 13 of which drew more than 50,000 spectators, including 6 games with crowds of over 70,000.
Imagine what the U.S. could do for a 2018 or 2022 World Cup — the event would be unparalleled and unforgettable!
The Mexican National Team has four more World Cup tune-up matches scheduled in the United States: March 24 in Charlotte, N.C. vs. Iceland; May 7 to open the New Meadowlands Stadium in New Jersey vs. Ecuador; May 10 in Chicago vs. Senegal; and, May 13 in Houston against an opponent yet to be announced.
