Guide to Messi, Miami CF vs. Sporting KC at Arrowhead Saturday
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - It’s the game thousands of soccer fans in the Kansas City area have waited months to see.
Soccer great Lionel Messi and Inter Miami CF will travel to the metro to play Sporting Kansas City. The game is such a big deal that it was moved to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium to handle the larger crowd.
Read on for everything you need to know if you are one of the fans heading to the match.
Keep in mind, other team gear or colors are not permitted in the Supporters section. Fans will not be allowed into the Supporters section wearing any of these items.
SCHEDULE
3:00pm: Parking Lots Open
3:30pm: Ford Tailgate District Opens
5:00pm: Premium Spaces & Suites Open
5:30pm: All Gates Open
6:51pm: Warm Ups Begin
7:20pm: Prematch Show Begins
7:40pm: Match Kick-off
PARKING
Parking starts at $50 and must be purchased in advance online. Cash will not be accepted at the toll booth.
Fans are asked to arrive early and have the parking pass available to be scanned to avoid delays.
TAILGATING
Tailgating is allowed before Saturday’s game. Fans are required to follow the same rules as they do when tailgating ahead of Kansas City Chiefs games.
- Parking spaces may not be used for tailgate equipment alone. Click here to view an example of approved tailgating.
- Maintaining an aisle that is clear of tailgate equipment in order to accommodate emergency vehicles is imperative for maintaining a safe environment. Your total tailgate (including guests) is limited to eight (8) feet behind each parking space.
- Access to the Truman Sports Complex is for ticketed event guests only and the club reserves the right to confirm that guests have tickets at any time.
- Guests may not remain in the parking lots or outside of the stadium during games or once the headliner has taken the stage.
- Offensive signs, banners or other displays, including the Confederate Flag are prohibited.
- Commercial tailgate set-ups are not permitted at the Truman Sports Complex.
TICKETS
The match is a mobile ticket-only event. All tickets can be viewed through the Chiefs mobile app or Ticketmaster app. Tickets for the match are not available through the Sporting KC app or the SeatGeek app, according to Sporting KC.
Fans are asked to add tickets and passes to a mobile wallet for easy access on Saturday. Sporting KC said a screenshot of your mobile ticket(s) will not allow you entry into the stadium.
SECURITY
Be prepared to go through stadium security screening.
A clear bag policy is in place for this match at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
Approved Bags
- 12x6x12
- 1-Gallon Plastic Freezer Bag
- Non-clear bags of any kind no larger than 4.5′ x 6.5′
Non-Approved Bags
- Backpacks
- Binoculars Case
- Camera Case
- Printed Pattern Plastic Bag
- Fanny Packs
- Tinted Plastic Bags
- Seat Cushion
- Oversized Tote Bag
- Diaper Bag
- Mesh Bag
- Purse
FAN CODE OF CONDUCT
Stadium and parking lot staff will promptly intervene to support an environment where all event patrons can enjoy the event. Guests attending events are required to refrain from the following behaviors:
- Behavior that is unruly, disruptive, threatening, or illegal in nature.
- Intoxication or other signs of alcohol or substance impairment.
- Foul, abusive, offensive, or obscene gestures, language, or clothing, to include the use of such language or gestures: (1) concerning a person’s race, ethnicity, color, gender, religion, creed, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or national origin, or (2) to instigate, incite or encourage a confrontation or physical assault.
- Interference with the progress of the event, going onto the field, or throwing any object onto the field.
- Failing to follow instructions of GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium personnel.
- Verbal or physical harassment of all fans.
- Smoking of any kind (including vaping).
- Spitting of any kind (tobacco, sunflower seeds, etc.).
- Bringing prohibited items into GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium or the parking areas.
- Failing to retain and present your ticket if requested by GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium personnel.
- Wearing obscene or indecent clothing or displaying obscene or indecent signs.
- Behavior that detracts from the enjoyment of fellow guests.
- Attempting to sit in a location other than the guest’s ticketed seat.
- Conduct that endangers spectators or participants.
- Selling items or tickets in-stadium or within the Truman Sports Complex.
- Unreasonably obstructing the view of other patrons.
- Failing to comply with stadium policies.
- Any conduct deemed inappropriate or dangerous to fans, participants, officials, or stadium staff.
- Conduct that results in damage to the stadium or other personal property.
Event patrons are responsible for their conduct as well as the conduct of their guests and any persons using their tickets. If a guest violates the Fan Code of Conduct and fails to identify themselves to stadium staff, the fan is subject to penalty, including being barred. The ticketholder of record may be subject to disciplinary measures, including ticket suspension. Please respect the rights of others.
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