Chivas USA Will Face Xolos of Tijuana

Published on February 7, 2012 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Club Deportivo Chivas USA News Release


Carson, CA (Tuesday, February 7, 2012) - Chivas USA will play Club Tijuana Xoloitzcuintles from Mexico's First Division as part of their pre-season schedule on Wednesday, February 22, at 8:00 pm, in San Diego, CA, at University of San Diego's Torero Stadium for the San Diego Clasico title

This will be the first time the Goats face off against their neighbors from south of the border; for Xolos, whom currently hold the Clasico title after beating the Galaxy last year in a penalty shoot-out, this will be the second time they face an MLS team. Tijuana recently defeated the Red and White's sister club, Chivas Rayadas de Guadalajara 2-0 at Omnilife stadium during their league's third week.

In years past the San Diego Clasico has featured Club America and England's Portsmouth. The game will take place at Torero stadium on the campus of the University of San Diego. Tickets for the match are available by by visiting www.tickets.com, or by calling (619) 260-7550. Ticket prices are $25, $35, and $45 for this year's Clasico at Torero Stadium.

WHAT: Chivas USA vs. Xoloitzcluintles of Tijuana

WHEN: Wednesday, February 22, 2012 - 8:00 pm

WHERE: University of San Diego -Torero Stadium

5998 Alcala Park

San Diego, CA 92110

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