Manchester United Announced As MLS All-Star Game Opponent

Red Devils also unveil plans for U.S. tour.

May 6, 2010 2:22:00 PM

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One of the biggest and most successful club soccer teams in the whole world is coming back to the United States this summer and will play in the 2010 MLS All-Star Game.

That's right, Manchester United will be in Houston to play the MLS All-Stars at Relient Stadium on July 28.

“Manchester United are among the most recognized and successful clubs in the world, and we are pleased to have them compete against our All-Stars and two MLS clubs this summer,” MLS Commissioner Don Garber said.

“We are proud to once again present our supporters with one of the most compelling All-Star Game formats in sports and we believe Manchester United’s North American tour will be a tremendous celebration of the sport following the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.”

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was also thrilled about the decision and is once again looking forward to playing stateside.

“It’s great to be going back to North America,” Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson said. “I enjoyed the last two tours there in 2003 and 2004 immensely. The quality of the facilities is outstanding and there is real enthusiasm in the crowds. It’s especially pleasing to be going in a World Cup year, when interest in football will be at its height.”

It will be the seventh time an international opponent has been picked to play in the match, with English Premier League teams Chelsea, Fulham and West Ham all coming before the Red Devils.

During the jaunt to the United States, the Red Devils will also play the Philadelphia Union, the Kansas City Wizards, and Scottish side Celtic.

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Will You Make The Trip To Houston To See Manchester United At The MLS All-Star Game?
Yes, definitely!
 
38.81%
No- Too far from home
 
26.37%
No - Don't have the money
 
18.41%
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