On 28 July, the champions of England will face the champions of Spain (and Europe) at Washington DC’s FedEx Field, where the teams will hope to deliver a first-class performance for a capacity 91,000 crowd.
Reds fan and One United USA marketing officer Dave Herman is confident the game will live up to expectation.
“I think it has the potential to be the best game on the tour, given the star power on the field and the fact there’s a huge Barcelona contingent in Washington DC,” he says.
“I expect the stadium to be split 50/50, like a cup final. But each game has its own appeal, hence why many people I know are travelling across America to see all five matches."
Indeed, United will also face New England Revolution, Seattle Sounders, Chicago Fire and the MLS All-Stars this summer, giving Stateside fans plenty of opportunities to see their heroes in the flesh.
The first fixture takes the Reds to Boston on 13 July, a game Herman is particularly looking forward to.
“Boston is a great town – I’m a huge Red Sox fan – and because it’s the first game, we could see new
players making their debut and the new kit being worn for the first time. The launch of a new kit is a big thing for sports culture in our country.
“After that it’s on to Seattle, where the Sounders have probably the most ardent supporter base in the country. I think only two or three clubs in England have more season ticket holders. The locals really know the sport so they’ll be up for it and it could be a difficult atmosphere for United to play in.
“There’s also a huge base of United supporters in Chicago, and I know a vast number of people from all over America who’ll be making the pilgrimage to that game.
“Then, before the Barcelona game, it’s the MLS All-Star game at the Red Bulls Arena. The atmosphere will be great there, with all the New York Reds attending, and there’s even a possibility of David Beckham playing against United, which could be another highlight."
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