Know Before You Go: October 4 Match
Published on October 3, 2025 under United Soccer League One (USL1)
Portland Hearts of Pine News Release
Date: Saturday, October 4
Kickoff: 5:00 PM ET
Venue: Fitzpatrick Stadium, 140 Deering Avenue, Portland, Maine 04102
Where to watch: Watch on ESPN+
Opponent: Forward Madison FC
GET TO KNOW FORWARD MADISON FC
Hearts of Pine welcome Forward Madison to Fitzy this weekend in a clash with major playoff implications. Madison, one of League One's most established clubs, come hungry to keep climbing the table. The last meeting in May ended in a hard-fought draw on the road. Now, Hearts aim to solidify their playoff position with sights on a home playoff match. Under the lights at Fitzy, the stage is set for another fierce showdown.
MATCHDAY PROGRAMMING
VENDORS AND COMMUNITY
The best way to enjoy food at Fitzy is to arrive early! Have dietary needs, picky eaters in your group, or just don't want to wait in lines during the game? You're welcome to bring your own food, as long as it fits in a 12 ¬Â³x6 ¬Â³x12 ¬Â³ bag. Food options at Fitzpatrick Stadium are limited, so plan ahead!
Please note: No beverages, cans, flasks, bottles, thermoses, etc. are permitted inside Fitzpatrick Stadium, except for medicines and infant/toddler items, which are subject to security approval. Any non-approved liquids need to be poured out prior to entry, to comply with alcohol licensing requirements. Unfortunately, Fitzy does not have any source of public drinking water, but water and other beverages are available for purchase inside.
VENDORS
1. Bard Coffee & Not A Bakery
2. Meet on the Street
3. Falafel Mafia
4. PB & ME
5. Cheese the Day
6. Alabama BBQ
7. Fred's Fried Dough
8. Empanada Club
9. Gunnar's Icelandic Hot Dogs
10. Lady Shuckers
11. Miller's Meat
12. n/a
COMMUNITY
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*Please note all locations subject to change
WHEN TO GET THERE
Gates open: 3:30 PM
Kickoff: 5:00 PM
Gates are open at 3:30 PM! Please arrive early to skip the lines and cheer on the boys of Maine as they take on Forward Madison-starting from warmups all the way to the final whistle. We encourage all supporters to arrive prior to 4:15 PM to allow enough time to get through security.
HOW TO GET THERE
Biking
We're excited to offer a sustainable way to get to the match-one that's good for you, and the planet!
Here's how it works: ride your bike to Fitzpatrick Stadium and look for Hearts of Pine bike signage and metal racks across from Gate A, on the lawn at King Middle School (off Deering Avenue). The bike area is located outside the stadium, before you enter. Please note the racks are not monitored, so we recommend bringing your own bike lock.
By choosing active transportation, you're helping reduce our collective carbon footprint-and making matchday more connected and sustainable. It's an easy, fun way to get to the stadium!
Parking
We recommend the University of Southern Maine (USM) Parking Garage at 88 Bedford Street located at: 88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME 04101
$8 event-day passes are available here on their "Events" tab.
Pass holders are not required to scan their QR code at the parking kiosk. Parking ticket enforcement is linked to the vehicle type and license plate registered when purchasing a parking pass. Anyone who parks in the USM garage without a valid parking pass for any match is subject to receiving a parking violation during the days following the event.
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