U.S. Soccer to Host Unprecedented Number of Fan Events for USAvMEX, Presented by AT&T
Published on November 2, 2016 under National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) News Release
CHICAGO- As we approach the biggest U.S. Men's National Team match of the year, nearly 24,000 fans from all 50 states will pack MAPFRE Stadium in Columbus to experience USA-Mexico, Presented by AT&T.
To further enhance the atmosphere surrounding this huge rivalry, U.S. Soccer has put together a series of FanHQ events during the week that will provide opportunities for those in Columbus to celebrate the road to the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
Below is the ultimate guide to everything happening in Columbus around the MNT's opening match of the Final Round of World Cup Qualifying, also known as the "Hex".
While the FanHQ Hotel - the Renaissance Columbus Downtown - is sold out of guest rooms, all fans can join in the pre-game activities onsite from Nov. 10-12. Bar 41 will be converted into a full-fledged soccer bar with custom signage, past World Cup memorabilia, FIFA 2017 gaming console and a merchandise stand inside the lobby.
Thursday Night FanHQ
On Thurs., Nov. 10, U.S. Soccer will continue the tradition of hosting a FanHQ event the night before the match with a party at Short North Pint House. FanHQ is free for all fans to enter and will include food, beverages and official merchandise for purchase. The event will also have music, a U.S. Soccer-themed photo booth and special guest appearances.
Address:
Short North Pint House
780 N High St.
Columbus, OH
Thursday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. (kids allowed until 10 p.m.)
#FindTheMNT
Seven life-sized cutouts of U.S. MNT players will be placed throughout Columbus on Thursday, Nov. 10. Fans are encouraged to locate the statues and snap a photo of themselves with the players using the #FindTheMNT hashtag. A map of the locations will be available on ussoccer.com. Fans who present all seven photos to our #FindTheMNT Ambassador at Thursday Night FanHQ at Short North Pint House will be entered to win a prize. Winners will be announced at 8 p.m. ET at Thursday night's FanHQ.
Live Players' Cut
Former U.S. MNT stars Jeff Agoos and Josh Wolff will watch highlights and discuss the inaugural USA-Mexico match in Columbus from 2002 FIFA World Cup Qualifying in front of a live audience at the Fan Hotel. The 60-minute event will begin at 11:30 a.m. ET on Friday, Nov., 11 and will be open to all fans on a first-come, first-served basis.
Official Merchandise Locations
Fans will have the opportunity to purchase official merchandise in three different locations during the days leading up to the match and at the stadium on game day. The main location will be the official U.S. Soccer Store at 1112 N. High St. in downtown Columbus, which opens Friday, Nov. 4. U.S. Soccer Store locations will also be open in the FanHQ Hotel lobby, at the Thursday Night FanHQ event, and at MAPFRE Stadium on game day. Fans who purchase a New Era hat from the U.S. Soccer Store locations at Thursday night's FanHQ and at the stadium will have the opportunity to embellish the headwear with a specially-designed patch, courtesy of New Era. The store on High Street will carry all items available on ussoccerstore.com.
See below for store opening dates and hours of operation, which will vary throughout the week (all times ET).
U.S. Soccer Store
Address:
1112 N. High Street
Columbus, OH 43201
Date
Hours of Operation
Friday, Nov. 4 - Wednesday, Nov. 7
11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 10 - Friday, Nov. 11
11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 12
9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 13
11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
U.S. Soccer Store at Renaissance Columbus Downtown
Address:
50 N. Third Street
Columbus, OH 1543215
Date
Hours of Operation
Thursday, Nov. 10
1 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 11
11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 12
8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Mobile U.S. Soccer Store & New Era Truck
Address:
780 N High St.
Columbus, OH
Date
Hours of Operation
Thursday, Nov. 10
6 p.m. - 11 p.m.
U.S. Soccer Store at MAPFRE Stadium & New Era Truck
Date
Hours of Operation
Friday, Nov. 11
3 p.m. - Gates Close
*Dates and hours of operation of all locations subject to change.
Fan Shuttle
U.S. Soccer will operate shuttles departing from the official FanHQ Hotel, Renaissance Columbus Downtown, to MAPFRE Stadium on match day for those who have preregistered for the service. Shuttle schedules will be emailed to all registered guests. Limited spots are still available.
For shuttle information, click here.
FanHQ at the Stadium
Pre-game with fellow fans at the stadium. Show your red, white and blue beginning five hours prior to kick-off. FanHQ at the Stadium in Columbus will be located in the Small Gold Lot starting at 3 p.m. ET.
Contests, Displays & Giveaways:
Coca-Cola
Proud sponsors of U.S. Soccer invite fans to enjoy an ice-cold Coca-Cola while gearing up to celebrate before the match. Along with a multitude of entertaining activities, fans will have a chance to join the team through a photo opportunity with the life-size USMNT 'Share A Coke' cans!
Continental Tire
Make sure to stop by the Continental Tire activation area for some fun soccer Tic-Tac-Tire, a photo opportunity and a chance to win a free scarf!
POWERADE
POWERADE is providing fans with an interactive soccer experience including the world famous robo-keeper, fan huddle photo booth and sampling POWERADE.
#POWERADEHuddle #powerthrough
Volpi
Take aim at Volpi's interactive goal zone and win a prize for every try! Prizes include t-shirts, athletic bags and Volpi Snacks. Take a bite of Volpi's newest venture: Salame Stix snacks debuting in Original, Chorizo and Pepperoni flavors and vote for your favorite flavor. The nation's fastest growing snack-Roltini Singles-will also be available for a quick, delicious protein fix.
Not Heading to the Stadium? Watch Here:
Land-Grant Brewing Company
424 W. Town Street
Columbus, OH 43215
https://www.landgrantbrewing.com/
Three Legged Mare
401 N. Front St. #150
Columbus, OH 43215
http://www.threeleggedmare.com/
Zauber Brewing Company
909 W. 5th Ave
Columbus, OH 43212
http://zbeers.com/
Hendoc's Pub
2375 N. High St
Columbus, OH 43202
http://www.hendocs.com/
The Ohio Taproom
1291 W. Third Ave
Columbus, OH 43212
http://theohiotaproom.com/
Hamptons on King Bar & Grill
234 King Ave
Columbus, OH 43201
http://www.hamptonsonking.com/
The Pub Polaris
1554 Polaris Parkway #122
Columbus, OH 43240
http://experiencethepub.com/polaris/
Fado Irish Pub
4022 Townsfair Way
Columbus, OH 43219
http://www.fadoirishpub.com/columbus/
Oldfield's North Fourth Tavern
1571 N. 4th Street
Columbus, OH 43201
http://www.oldfieldsosu.com/
Uptown Deli & Brew/
Temperance Row Brewing Company
41 N. State Street
Westerville, OH 43081
http://www.uptowndeliandbrew.com/
Brewcadia
467 N. High St
Columbus, OH 43215
http://barleysbrewcadia.com/
4th Street Bar & Grill
1810 N. 4th St.
Columbus, OH 43201
http://www.fourthstreetcolumbus.com/
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