The New England Revolution is gearing up for a historic moment as they prepare to welcome Lionel Messi to Gillette Stadium next month. With over 60,000 tickets already sold for the matchup against Inter Miami, the Revs announced on Wednesday that they are set to break their long-standing single-game attendance record. Less than 5,000 tickets remain available for the highly anticipated April 27 MLS clash, signaling a massive turnout for the event.
The current attendance record for a single game at New England Revolution games dates back to 2002, when the club hosted the LA Galaxy in the MLS Cup with a turnout of 61,316. This upcoming match against Inter Miami is on track to surpass that record, highlighting the immense popularity and excitement surrounding Messi’s visit to Foxborough. The anticipation is palpable as fans eagerly grab up the remaining tickets to witness this historic event.
While fans are buzzing with excitement over the prospect of seeing Lionel Messi in action, there remains a cloud of uncertainty hanging over whether the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner will actually take the field. Messi has been sidelined with a hamstring injury, missing Inter Miami’s last two MLS matchups as well as recent friendlies with the Argentine national team. Despite assurances from Miami manager Gerardo “Tata” Martino that Messi is being evaluated week-to-week, his presence at the upcoming match is still up in the air.
In the past, clubs have taken creative measures to encourage attendance in the face of star players being sidelined. Last season, with Messi looking likely to miss a match due to injury, the Chicago Fire offered ticketed fans account credits towards new memberships as an incentive to still show up at Soldier Field. While it remains to be seen if the New England Revolution will need to employ similar tactics, the overwhelming demand for tickets to see Messi suggests that fans will turn out in droves regardless of his participation.
Lionel Messi’s visit to Gillette Stadium has the potential to shatter attendance records and create a historic moment for the New England Revolution. The excitement and buzz surrounding this event are undeniable, with fans eagerly anticipating the opportunity to witness one of the greatest footballers of all time in action. Regardless of Messi’s availability, the turnout for this match is sure to be a testament to his enduring popularity and the passion of football fans in New England and beyond.
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