Chelsea Announces Iconic Rematches With Man City And Real Madrid For USA Tour 2024

Chelsea Football Club has officially announced the addition of two more matches to their USA Tour 2024, offering fans in the United States an exciting opportunity to witness live action against some of the world's most renowned football clubs. Following the recent announcement of a game against Celtic, Chelsea is set to face Premier League rivals Manchester City and Spanish giants Real Madrid, rounding off a five-game pre-season series across the Atlantic.

The clash with Manchester City is scheduled for Saturday, 3 August, at the Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio, a venue known for its rich history and vibrant atmosphere. This match promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of England's top football teams. Shortly after, on Tuesday, 6 August, Chelsea will compete against Real Madrid at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. This venue has hosted Chelsea during their visits in 2015 and 2022, making it a familiar ground for the team and its supporters.

Chelsea's USA Tour 2024 kicks off with a match against Wrexham on Wednesday, 24 July, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The tour also includes games against Celtic on Saturday, 27 July, at Notre Dame Stadium in Notre Dame, Indiana, and Club America on Wednesday, 31 July, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Chris Jurasek, Chelsea's chief executive officer, expressed his enthusiasm about the upcoming fixtures. "Ohio Stadium is renowned for its history, and we know it is going to be an incredible occasion in front of our devoted US fanbase this summer when we play Manchester City," he said. "Bank of America Stadium presents Chelsea with a fantastic setting to conclude our 2024 US summer tour when we face Real Madrid. We cannot wait to see our brilliant supporters once again on August 6."

Tickets for these eagerly anticipated matches will be available for general sale starting Wednesday, 27 March. However, Chelsea fans have the opportunity to secure their places earlier through an exclusive pre-sales window beginning on Monday, 25 March. For those looking for a VIP matchday experience and unparalleled access to the Blues players through open training and events in the US, Club Chelsea hospitality packages for all five tour games are already available for purchase.

In addition to securing tickets for these matches, Chelsea supporters can register their interest in the USA Tour 2024 to receive further updates on games and tickets, including details of pre-sales and other news about the Blues' trip across the Atlantic. All fans signed up to the mailing list will also be entered into a prize draw with a chance to win a jersey signed by the squad, two Club Chelsea hospitality packages for a game of their choice during the 2024 USA tour, and a VIP player meet & greet during the tour.

This summer's tour not only offers fans a chance to see Chelsea compete against top global soccer clubs but also strengthens the bond between the team and its US fanbase. With historic venues and high-profile matchups on the schedule, Chelsea's USA Tour 2024 is set to deliver unforgettable football experiences.