2017 summer football matches in the USA
Travel advice for fans travelling to the United States this summer to attend friendly matches across the country.
For a comprehensive list of football matches and where they are being played, please refer to the table below. Each match venue has their own website which provides information on how to get to the game, what items are allowed or are not permitted into the stadium, and any special requirements.
In addition to this advice, please review our travel advice for the USA.
Visas
The US Visa Waiver Programme (VWP) allows most British passport holders to visit the USA for up to 90 days without a visa, but you may need to get authorisation from the Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) at least 72 hours before you travel. If you don’t qualify for the VWP, you’ll need to apply for a visa from the nearest US Embassy or Consulate .
To enter the US under the VWP you will need to have a passport with an integrated chip (an ePassport). See: entry requirements and the ESTA website for guidance.
Your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is not valid in the USA and there is no special arrangements for British Visitors. Comprehensive travel insurance is essential, even if you are only going for one night. It could save you a lot of money should you get into difficulty.
Passports
- know where your passport is at all times and keep it in a safe place
- you could be asked frequently to present your identification. Value your passport and look after it carefully
- never leave your passport in a rental car, even for a short period. Rental cars are prime targets for theft in many cities in the US
- your passport is not always safer on you. Lock your passport in a safe if you have access to one and take another form of ID, such as your driving licence, out with you
- make two photocopies of your passport – leave one with friends or family and take the second with you, or store it online using a secure data storage site
Match tips
- allow enough time to arrive at the venue, especially if it is your first time visiting
- bring identification if you are collecting or purchasing tickets on the day
- remember to look left when crossing the road and if driving keep to the right hand side
- note the legal age for alcohol in the United States is 21. You will be asked for valid identification to prove your age
- minimise the items you are bringing to the game; bags will be searched and you may be asked to dispose of items. For complete listings, visit your venue website
Emergency Telephone Numbers Dial 911 for any emergencies while in the United States. Should you need consular assistance, keep the details of the British embassy or your nearest consulate general in the US on hand.
Match schedule
| Date | Match | Venue |
| 15 July | Los Angeles Galaxy v. Manchester United | Stubhub Center, Los Angeles, CA |
| 15 July | Philadelphia Union v. Swansea City | Talen Energy Stadium, Chester, PA |
| 17 July | Real Salt Lake v. Manchester United | Rio Tinto Stadium, Sandy, Utah |
| 19 July | Richmond Kickers v. Swansea City | City Stadium, Richmond, VA |
| 20 July | Manchester United v. Manchester City | NRG Stadium, Houston, TX |
| 22 July | North Carolina FC v. Swansea City | WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary, NC |
| 22 July | Paris Saint-Germain v. Tottenham Hotspur | Camping World Stadium, Orlando, FL |
| 23 July | Real Madrid v. Manchester United | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA |
| 25 July | Tottenham v. AS Roma | Red Bull Arena, Harrison, NJ |
| 26 July | Manchester City v. Real Madrid | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA |
| 26 July | FC Barcelona v. Manchester United | FedEx Field, Landover, MD |
| 29 July | Manchester City v. Tottenham Hotspur | Nissan Stadium, Nashville, TN |