The Carolina RailHawks announced today that they will face West Ham United F.C. of the Barclays Premier League, England’s top tier of soccer, in a marquee exhibition game on Tuesday, July 12 at 8:00 pm at WakeMed Soccer Park. This will be the first time that an English Premier League team will visit the Triangle and is a match that cannot be missed by soccer fans.
Tickets for this historic match are included in current RailHawks season ticket packages (GAME B), and the best available seating is on sale through partial season ticket packages now. Additionally, a four-game ticket package will be available, which will include a ticket to the West Ham United match and three regular-season RailHawks matches, along with access to a West Ham United training session, an invitation to the joint press conference attended by West Ham’s captain and head coach, pre-game VIP hospitality, and complimentary parking for the West Ham United match. Three-game ticket packages, which include the West Ham ticket and two RailHawks regular season matches, allow for priority purchasing in the best sideline seating. Finally, an individual game ticket pre-sale option will be available in premier seat locations in the following sections; On-field seating, VIP seating, and Terrace seating. Multi-game packs and pre-sale ticket options will go on sale Friday, May 13 at 9:00am at CarolinaRailHawks.com/WestHam or by calling 919.459.8144. The on-sale date for all other seating will be May 23 at 9:00am.
“This is an exciting opportunity for our community to again showcase the passion for professional soccer in the Triangle to the world,” said RailHawks President and General Manager Curt Johnson. “We welcome the opportunity to host our first game against an English Premier League club and appreciate partners such as Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina for helping to make this historic game a reality.”
One of the most recognizable brands in the Barclays Premier League, West Ham United Football Club was founded in 1895 as Thames Ironworks before reforming as West Ham in 1904 and moving to their current stadium, Upton Park in London. They are one of only eight clubs to never fall below the second tier of English soccer, spending 58 of 90 seasons in the top flight. Throughout its long and storied history, West Ham has won three FA Cups in 1964, 1975 and 1980. The club has also enjoyed success on the European stage, winning a European Cup Winners Cup in 1965 and a UEFA Intertoto Cup in 1999.
Currently sitting in sixth position in the Barclays Premier League standings, and on course for a UEFA Europa League spot, the Hammers (as they are often referred to) are helmed by former Croatia manager Slaven Bilić and captained by long-time standout midfielder Mark Noble. The current roster also boasts several players of international fame including English international forward Andy Carroll, French international Dimitri Payet, Argentinean international Manual Lanzini, Ecuadorian international Enner Valencia, and former Chelsea player Victor Moses. As part of its 2016 US Tour, West Ham United will also face the Seattle Sounders on Tuesday, July 5 in Seattle.
RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke said: “In order to reach our goal of having world-class professional soccer in the Triangle as soon as possible, we need to see the next level up close, and this game will give our players, fans and partners that opportunity. West Ham is a fantastic club with a growing fan base in the United States. This will be one of the marquee events of the summer, and it is another shining example of the commitment of our new local owner Steve Malik.”
The English Premier League is the most popular league in the world, and this match will be a remarkable event for the Triangle. Broadcast in over 200 countries, the EPL boasts one of the largest fan bases on the planet. Having this event at WakeMed Soccer Park continues a RailHawks tradition of hosting high-profile teams from all over the world.
It is anticipated that tickets will sell quickly for this first-of-a-kind international exhibition. For more information regarding West Ham ticket packages and the general on-sale date, visit CarolinaRailHawks.com/WestHam or follow the RailHawks on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
The Carolina RailHawks announced today that they will face West Ham United F.C. of the Barclays Premier League, England’s top tier of soccer, in a marquee exhibition game on Tuesday, July 12 at 8:00 pm at WakeMed Soccer Park. This will be the first time that an English Premier League team will visit the Triangle and is a match that cannot be missed by soccer fans.
Tickets for this historic match are included in current RailHawks season ticket packages (GAME B), and the best available seating is on sale through partial season ticket packages now. Additionally, a four-game ticket package will be available, which will include a ticket to the West Ham United match and three regular-season RailHawks matches, along with access to a West Ham United training session, an invitation to the joint press conference attended by West Ham’s captain and head coach, pre-game VIP hospitality, and complimentary parking for the West Ham United match. Three-game ticket packages, which include the West Ham ticket and two RailHawks regular season matches, allow for priority purchasing in the best sideline seating. Finally, an individual game ticket pre-sale option will be available in premier seat locations in the following sections; On-field seating, VIP seating, and Terrace seating. Multi-game packs and pre-sale ticket options will go on sale Friday, May 13 at 9:00am at CarolinaRailHawks.com/WestHam or by calling 919.459.8144. The on-sale date for all other seating will be May 23 at 9:00am.
“This is an exciting opportunity for our community to again showcase the passion for professional soccer in the Triangle to the world,” said RailHawks President and General Manager Curt Johnson. “We welcome the opportunity to host our first game against an English Premier League club and appreciate partners such as Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina for helping to make this historic game a reality.”
One of the most recognizable brands in the Barclays Premier League, West Ham United Football Club was founded in 1895 as Thames Ironworks before reforming as West Ham in 1904 and moving to their current stadium, Upton Park in London. They are one of only eight clubs to never fall below the second tier of English soccer, spending 58 of 90 seasons in the top flight. Throughout its long and storied history, West Ham has won three FA Cups in 1964, 1975 and 1980. The club has also enjoyed success on the European stage, winning a European Cup Winners Cup in 1965 and a UEFA Intertoto Cup in 1999.
Currently sitting in sixth position in the Barclays Premier League standings, and on course for a UEFA Europa League spot, the Hammers (as they are often referred to) are helmed by former Croatia manager Slaven Bilić and captained by long-time standout midfielder Mark Noble. The current roster also boasts several players of international fame including English international forward Andy Carroll, French international Dimitri Payet, Argentinean international Manual Lanzini, Ecuadorian international Enner Valencia, and former Chelsea player Victor Moses. As part of its 2016 US Tour, West Ham United will also face the Seattle Sounders on Tuesday, July 5 in Seattle.
RailHawks Head Coach Colin Clarke said: “In order to reach our goal of having world-class professional soccer in the Triangle as soon as possible, we need to see the next level up close, and this game will give our players, fans and partners that opportunity. West Ham is a fantastic club with a growing fan base in the United States. This will be one of the marquee events of the summer, and it is another shining example of the commitment of our new local owner Steve Malik.”
The English Premier League is the most popular league in the world, and this match will be a remarkable event for the Triangle. Broadcast in over 200 countries, the EPL boasts one of the largest fan bases on the planet. Having this event at WakeMed Soccer Park continues a RailHawks tradition of hosting high-profile teams from all over the world.
It is anticipated that tickets will sell quickly for this first-of-a-kind international exhibition. For more information regarding West Ham ticket packages and the general on-sale date, visit CarolinaRailHawks.com/WestHam or follow the RailHawks on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
