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New York Red Bulls to Compete in Third Annual International Champions Cup

Published on April 15, 2015 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
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HARRISON, N.J. (April 15, 2015) - The New York Red Bulls are set to take part in the 2015 International Champions Cup North America, as announced today by Relevant Sports. The Red Bulls will partake in the third annual ICC North America along with top clubs from around the globe. The tournament will run from July 11 to August 5, with Official network partners FOX Sports televising the entirety of the tournament's 17 matches live on FOX, FOX Sports 1 and FOX Sports 2.

Ten clubs from across the globe will participate in the highly anticipated summer tournament, including teams from Spain, England, Portugal, Mexico and Italy, as well as two additional Major League Soccer franchises. Below is a list of the team clubs, led by Manchester United, the defending International Champions Cup champions:

Manchester United F.C.

FC Barcelona

Paris Saint-Germain F.C.

Chelsea F.C.

FC Porto

Club América

ACF Fiorentina

New York Red Bulls

Los Angeles Galaxy

San Jose Earthquakes

"The last two years have demonstrated the thirst for soccer in the United States," said David Tyler, CEO of Relevent Sports. "The clubs participating in the International Champions Cup this year are some of the most storied and well-known in the entire world. Through our tournament and commitment to putting the best product and teams on the pitch, we will continue to grow soccer both domestically and abroad."

"Year Two of the International Champions Cup set the gold standard for soccer worldwide," said Charlie Stillitano, Chairman of Relevent Sports. "Not only did more than 600,000 fans pack stadiums to watch elite soccer across the country, but the 109,000 fans attending the Manchester United and Real Madrid match created a historic day for both the tournament and the sport. We are excited to bring even more fans, historic matchups and world-class soccer to iconic venues in 2015."

The tournament will be seen in over 160 countries across the world and will be played throughout July and August. Official network partners FOX will televise the entirety of the tournament's 17 matches live on FOX, FOX Sports 1 and FOX Sports 2. Internationally, future media rights deals will be announced over the coming weeks.

"The International Champions Cup has become a global brand," said Matt Higgins, CEO of RSE Ventures. "This summer, we will have three tournaments running concurrently across the entire world. In just two years, the International Champions Cup has quickly become one of the premier sports properties in the entire world, and we are eager to continue expanding into new markets and bringing our tournament to additional fans in the years ahead."

Each participating MLS club will host at least one matchup. Additional information on specific matchups, venues and dates will be announced on April 28. Further details about the 2015 International Champions Cup North America including presale information can be found at www.internationalchampionscup.com .




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