citizen4rmptown Posted July 15, 2010 Share Posted July 15, 2010 As many might know by now, Houston is hosting the MLS All Star Game this year. More fortunate than unfortunate, Houston unlike past MLS All Star host cities, doesn't have a soccer-specific stadium, yet. Thus, it allowed us to utilize Reliant Stadium, and not some 25,000 field like in the past all star games, but I doubt Manchester United, the world's biggest sports franchise, would've played in a small stadium anyways. Worth noting, if Reliant Stadium sells out, already well over 40,000 tickets sold, this all star game will be among the nation's top 5 largest-attended All Star Game, ever, across all sports leagues. It already will be MLS's 2nd biggest All Star Game, since, I believe, only the first game was in an NFL stadium as well. Back to the topic, like all all star games, the host city host some festivities along with the game. And in case anybody was wondering or is intrested in attending these festivities, I'll post the scheduled events. Let's make it a great game! Event schedule: Saturday, July 246:30-10am: Dynamo Charities Go for Goal 5K Run at Houston City Hall6:30-8:30pm: Viewing Party - Dynamo vs. Columbus at Hooters KirbySunday, July 2510am-10pm: All-Star Film Festival at Angelika Film CenterTuesday, July 278 am-2pm: MLS W.O.R.K.S. Home Depot Community Build in Pasadena4-8pm: MLS All-Star Jam & Legends/Celebrity Match at Discovery Green Park8pm-12am: 2010 AT&T MLS All-Star Celebration at Hotel ZaZaWednesday, July 283-7:30pm: 2010 AT&T MLS All-Star Soccer Celebration at Reliant Stadium7:30pm: MLS All-Stars vs. Manchester United at Reliant Stadium9pm-1am: Brian Ching All-Star Party at House of BluesDetails:The week kicks off on Saturday, July 24, with the Dynamo Charities Go for Goal 5K Run and the Dynamo Diesel Kids Fun Run. On Sunday, July 25, the Dynamo will host a soccer film festival at the Angelika Film Center in downtown Houston featuring soccer movies, with proceeds going to charity. On Monday, July 26, the Dynamo will host a private party for season ticket holders, sponsors, and invited guests at Venue, located at 719 Main St. Dynamo defender Bobby Boswell and professional athletes from other local teams are expected to take the stage for some stand-up comedy as part of the entertainment. On Tuesday, July 27, MLS W.O.R.K.S. will hold The Home Depot Community Build to provide a playground at Golden Acres Elementary School in Pasadena. On Tuesday evening, Discovery Green Park in downtown Houston will host the MLS All-Star Jam, which includes inflatable games, music, and activities for kids and families. On Wednesday, the 2010 AT&T MLS All-Star Soccer Celebration will be held at Reliant Stadium near the Budweiser Plaza, featuring interactive events for kids, soccer-themed games, sponsor giveaways, and more. http://abclocal.go.c...orts&id=7555014http://www.chron.com...oc/7108802.html *excuse my spelling in the first part. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmat Posted July 15, 2010 Share Posted July 15, 2010 I was thinkin about getting some of the cheapest seats. I've never been to a professional soccer game, this might be a first one to go to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bombero451 Posted July 20, 2010 Share Posted July 20, 2010 I pretty excited about this game, not because I like all-star events, but that I'll actually be in town for business and will have a cool soccer related event to go to. I contacted one of my fellow Chicago Fire fans who I know has connections, so I have a couple tickets for the match next Wednesday. I'll be there, sporting my Chicago Fire jersey. See y'all there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asubrt Posted July 20, 2010 Share Posted July 20, 2010 Does anyone know who is performing at halftime at the game? I can't find it online anywhere. Maybe it hasn't been announced yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gto250us Posted July 21, 2010 Share Posted July 21, 2010 Does anyone know who is performing at halftime at the game? I can't find it online anywhere. Maybe it hasn't been announced yet.First it was world cup fever. Now this. I am sick of soccer.Boring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citizen4rmptown Posted July 23, 2010 Author Share Posted July 23, 2010 First it was world cup fever. Now this. I am sick of soccer.Boring.Not sick enough to post in a soccer-related thread though, right?Looks like we have over 50,000 tickets sold, I wonder if we'll sell out in time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20thStDad Posted July 23, 2010 Share Posted July 23, 2010 Where did Man-U finish in the UEFA cup? I think they lost in the quarters. I want to see the all-stars against Inter-Milan or Bayern Munich. Otherwise what would a win prove? I know it's a "friendly" or exhibition, but you have to think both sides are going to be out to establish their place in the pecking order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
citizen4rmptown Posted July 23, 2010 Author Share Posted July 23, 2010 Where did Man-U finish in the UEFA cup? I think they lost in the quarters. I want to see the all-stars against Inter-Milan or Bayern Munich. Otherwise what would a win prove? I know it's a "friendly" or exhibition, but you have to think both sides are going to be out to establish their place in the pecking order.Yeah, ManU did lose in the quarterfinals to Bayern Munich. Basically, its the MLS All Stars that are out to win, you know have to prove that MLS doesn't suck, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20thStDad Posted July 29, 2010 Share Posted July 29, 2010 So much for this being an MLS showcase. Embarrassing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samagon Posted July 29, 2010 Share Posted July 29, 2010 so the all stars from the MLS couldn't beat the red devils second string?nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
livincinco Posted July 29, 2010 Share Posted July 29, 2010 I'm still trying to figure out why Brian Ching didn't make the US team. He was one of the few All-Stars that looked good last night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T 2 THA C Posted July 30, 2010 Share Posted July 30, 2010 so the all stars from the MLS couldn't beat the red devils second string?nice.Man U is a good team that has practiced and played together many times vs a team put together on the fly. Man U lost to the KC Wizards earlier in the week 2-1 who are 5th in the East.Kansas City 2, Man Utd 1Love it that Ching and Derasario Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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