The surprising “Messi clause” of the New York Red Bulls

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By: Manu Tournoux

The surprising “Messi clause” of the New York Red Bulls

The New York Red Bulls are forced to make ticketing arrangements to accommodate the arrival of Lionel Messi.

If confirmation was needed that the arrival of Lionel Messi in MLS is a hit with all the other clubs, here it is. In their ticketing, the New York Red Bulls are obliged to make certain arrangements.

The example ? This “End of Year Holiday Pack” offered by the New York club, which includes tickets for two matches: the derby against New York City FC, and the first match of the season at home. However, with a small asterisk: “If RBNY plays Inter Miami CF in the home opener, each ticket for the home opener will be replaced by one ticket for the second home game. »

In other words, the New York Red Bulls want to capitalize on the arrival of Messi, and they do not want this shock to enter into the start of the season promotions (the MLS calendar has not yet been revealed). The “Pack” put on sale by the New York club offers tickets at $98, $125 or $174 per person, and goes up to $495 for the best tickets. For the arrival of Messi’s Inter Miami, the Red Bulls intend to pocket a lot more.

By comparison, the Columbus Crew announced it would charge between $382 and $679 for entry to its home game against Miami in 2024. That’s significantly more than other Crew games, where the You can find tickets for $40. And the price will be even higher in New York, without a doubt…

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux

Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.