MEMORABLE FAN EXPERIENCES TO PRECEDE THE 2022 MLS ALL-STAR GAME PRESENTED BY TARGET

NEW YORK, N.Y. (Thursday, July 21, 2022) – Major League Soccer’s 2022 MLS All-Star Week will bring music, interactive fan experiences, and community-focused events as fans celebrate the best of MLS before battling LIGA MX in the 2022 MLS All-Star Game presented by Target at Allianz Field, home of Minnesota United, on Wednesday, Aug. 10 at 8:30 p.m. ET / 7:30 p.m. CT.

Soccer celebrations will be highlighted by the MLS All-Star Skills Challenge presented by AT&T 5G, the MLS All-Star Concert presented by Target, gameday fan activations, entertainment offerings, and more.

The culmination of the week’s events, the MLS All-Star Game presented by Target, will air live on ESPN and Univision in the U.S., TSN and TVA Sports in Canada, on ESPN throughout Mexico and Latin America, and in more than 190 countries around the world. Tickets for the 2022 MLS All-Star Game presented by Target are available for purchase at SeekGeek.com. 

For more information on the 2022 MLS All-Star Game and fan festivities, visit mlssoccer.com/all-star. 

Media planning on covering either the game and/or events may now apply for credentials by visiting 2022 MLS All-Star Credential Application. The deadline for credentials is Wed. July 27 at 5 p.m. ET.

2022 MLS All-Star Week Fan Events

Monday, Aug. 8 – Wednesday, Aug. 10

MLS WORKS All-Star Day of Service Presented by Target

To kick off MLS All-Star community festivities, MLS WORKS, the League’s social responsibility platform, U.S. Hunger, and Target will provide local fans and All-Star guests an opportunity to give back to the Twin Cities. On Monday, Aug. 8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT at Target Plaza Commons (1001 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403), volunteers will work side by side to pack 100,000 healthy meals for local children and families in need. Meals will be distributed through Keystone Community Services and Second Harvest Heartland. After volunteering, participants will enjoy a family-friendly celebration with food, music, entertainment, games and more! Fans interested in participating in this community service event may register for a volunteer shift HERE. The media portion will take place from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. CT. Media are encouraged to R.S.V.P. by contacting mls@berkcommunications.com. 

MLS All-Star Concert Presented by Target

Five-time Grammy award nominated multiplatinum superstar Khalid will take center stage at the MLS All-Star Concert presented by Target on Monday, Aug. 8 at The Commons in Downtown Minneapolis. Gates open at 6 p.m. CT. Rising talent and Twin Cities based singer Miloeis set to perform as the opening act. Tickets are on sale now for $25 at SeatGeek.com. All proceeds from the concert will benefit The Alliance, a non-profit organization that focuses on regional equity at the intersections of racial justice, economic justice, environmental justice, and health equity within the Twin Cities.

MLS All-Star Skills Challenge Presented by AT&T 5G

The MLS vs. LIGA MX rivalry will reach a new level as the two leagues face off in the 2022 MLS All-Star Skills Challenge presented by AT&T 5G on Aug. 9 at 7 p.m. CT. Providing fans with a fun and uniquely competitive take on the intracontinental rivalry, the stars of both leagues will be on display as ten players from each team compete in this ultimate test of skill. The event will include five competitions: Shooting Challenge presented by AT&T 5G; Touch Challenge presented by Old Spice; Cross & Volley Challenge presented by AT&T 5G; Passing Challenge presented by Bounty; and Crossbar Challenge presented by GilletteLabs. Each team will be competing for charity as part of the commitment from both Leagues to be a force for positive change in local communities. MLS will play for Special Olympics Minnesota and LIGA MX All-Stars will play for The Sanneh Foundation. Tickets are on sale now, starting at $23 and can be purchased by visiting SeatGeek.com.

MLS NEXT All-Star Game Presented by Allstate  
MLS NEXT and Allstate will provide 44 of the best young players in North America with a once-in-a-lifetime player experience during MLS All-Star Week by being selected for MLS NEXT All-Star Game presented by Allstate. Forty-four of the top MLS NEXT players, 22 per team, will compete in an East vs. West format at the National Sports Center in Blaine, Minn. on Wednesday, August 10 at 11 a.m. and will showcase their talent on a national stage. The match will be streamed live and further tune-in details will be available at a later date. The event is free and open to the public.

Special Olympics Unified All-Star Game Presented by MLS WORKS, ESPN & Coca-Cola

MLS WORKS in partnership with ESPN, Special Olympics and Coca-Cola will come together to host the 7th Special Olympics Unified All-Star Game. In an effort to promote an environment of social inclusion, the Unified Sports® West and East All-Star soccer teams, comprised of individuals with intellectual disabilities (Special Olympic athletes) and without intellectual disabilities (Unified partners) will play in an 11 v. 11 competitive match, outfitted in authentic uniforms provided by adidas, with MLS Greats serving as celebrity coaches on Wednesday, Aug. 10 at 3:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public and will be streamed on ESPN3. The West and East Unified All-Star teams will also be recognized on-field during the MLS All-Star Game presented by Target.

MLS All-Star Soccer Celebration Presented by Coca-Cola
Soccer Celebration presented by Coca-Cola, is a free pregame festival for fans of all ages. From interactive fan zones to music, games, autographs, free giveaways and more, Soccer Celebration is the ultimate fan experience taking place off the pitch on gameday before kickoff.

Coca-Cola will feature Beats, Cleats and Eats activations including special guest appearances by MLS players, musical acts, culinary offerings, and the opportunity to sample Coca-Cola refreshments. Located outside Minnesota United’s Allianz Field on the Great Lawn on Tuesday, Aug. 9 and Wednesday, Aug. 10, Soccer Celebration takes place from 3 p.m.to 7 p.m.

2022 MLS All-Star Game Presented by Target

The LIGA MX All-Stars will face the best in MLS in the 2022 MLS All-Star Game presented by Target. The game will be a rematch of the 2021 All-Star Game when MLS All-Stars defeated LIGA-MX All-Stars in penalty kicks. The match will be the showpiece event of the summer, as the entire soccer community unites to celebrate the sport and soccer culture in North America. Tickets for the game are available for purchase at SeatGeek.com.

2022 All-Star Week Event Merchandise

Fans interested in gearing up for the 2022 MLS All-Star Game presented by Target may purchase event specific merchandise in the coming weeks. The adidas All-Star jersey and anthem jacket will be available starting Aug. 1. Fanwear and other event merchandise including Fanatics Brands headwear and t-shirts; Mitchell & Ness sweatshirts; Wincraft coolers, magnets, banners among other items will be on MLSstore.com as early as July 21. Fans in the Twin Cities can find All-Star branded product at various local retailers including Dicks Sporting Goods, Target and Minnesota United’s team store at Allianz Field starting Aug. 8. The event retail truck will be featured at major All-Star events including the MLS All-Star Concert presented by Target, MLS All-Star Soccer Celebration presented by Coca-Cola and on match day at the stadium.

Calendar of Fan Events
A condensed version of the above events surrounding the MLS All-Star Game presented by Target is detailed below. For more information, visit mlssoccer.com/all-star. All times listed below are Central Time.

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