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We break down everything you need to know ahead of the Home Opener this Friday, March 13:<\/strong><\/p>\n 📅 SCHEDULE<\/strong> 6:30 p.m. \u2013 Gates open<\/p>\n 8:00 p.m. \u2013 Kickoff<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Light Show:\u00a0<\/em><\/span>There will be light show elements in the stadium throughout the match, including during procession, goals, halftime, and at match end\u00a0as a caution to photosensitive fans.<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 🎟️\u00a0DOWNLOAD YOUR TICKETS<\/strong> Audi Field is a mobile-only venue. Log into your Ticketmaster account<\/a> or Account Manager<\/a> and add your tickets to your Apple or Google Pay Wallet.<\/p>\n Bringing friends along?<\/strong> Make sure to forward their tickets to them to save time at the venue entrance. <\/span>Learn more ><\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 🎒 REVIEW THE BAGGAGE POLICY<\/strong> Bags must be smaller than<\/span> 14\u2033 by 14\u2033 by 6\u2033, and no backpacks, coolers, or luggage are allowed. Review Audi\u2019s Field Guide for information on restricted items<\/a>. Fans with medical needs or diaper bags should email Audi Field\u2019s Guest Experience<\/a>\u00a0and use Gate B to expedite entry.\u00a0<\/span>Learn more ><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 🥁 <\/strong><\/span>MARCH TO THE MATCH<\/strong>\u00a0Join Spirit Supporters Groups on their way to Audi Field with the march to the match! Meet at the traffic circle (S. Capital St. and Potomac Ave.) starting at 7:00 PM, before walking over to Gate A together at 7:15 PM. The march will continue inside the stadium and around the concourse, so make sure to join as you can!\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 🥁 <\/strong><\/span>JUGGLING & PRIZES<\/strong> Spirit Bar Partner, Dacha Beer Garden and Right Proper will be hosting a juggling competition with from 5:30 PM- 8:00 PM. Kick off your match day at Dacha by making posters for the match and taking a chance at juggling and wining prizes such as stickers, beers, and scarves! Those who can show off their rainbow or around-the-world moves get automatic prizes! The top juggler of the night will receive a grand prize with items from Right Proper, Dacha Beer Garden, and Washington Spirit!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 🎁 FAN GIVEAWAY<\/strong> To start the season off right, the Spirit is giving away 6,000 cherry blossom rally towels. Make sure to arrive early to get yours!<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 🎶\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>ENTERTAINMENT<\/span><\/strong> Too Much Talent Band will be performing<\/span> inside Gate A to welcome fans!<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n ❤️ NATIONAL ANTHEM<\/strong> Jehreva Mitchell\u00a0 COLOR GUARD <\/strong>DC Fire<\/p>\n ASL<\/strong> Jillian Regen<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 📣 <\/strong><\/span>HALFTIME<\/strong> For the first time, the Spirit\u2019s new entertainment team, Spirit Crew, will perform the halftime show. PLUS, enjoy an interactive light show*.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n *Flash warning for photosensitive fans.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 💫<\/span><\/span><\/span> SPIRITVILLE<\/strong> Located on the East Concourse, Spiritville will feature face painters, first game certificates, subsoccer, and more.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 💧WATER STATION<\/strong> Free water will be available for fans inside of Gate B next to the Heineken Bar.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Get your cherry-blossom-inspired kits at Spirit Fest to rep your favorite players!<\/p>\n 💫 OUR CITY, OUR SPIRIT<\/strong> Celebrate the connection of DC and the Spirit in this iconic green hoodie.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 🌸 SPIRIT IN BLOOM<\/strong> Get your cherry-blossom-inspired kits at Spirit Fest to rep your favorite players!<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Want to know the story behind the kit? Learn More ><\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Plus, enjoy other new arrivals available at the stadium first.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 🛍️ HOW TO GET YOURS<\/strong> Purchase during the game at the following merch locations: Spiritville, Section 130 or, Section 119<\/strong><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n If you placed an online order for in-stadium pickup, please use the designated line at the Spirit Shop location in Spiritville to collect your order. <\/span><\/span>For pick-up orders, please have your order confirmation number ready<\/strong><\/span>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 🚅 <\/span>METRO <\/strong>Audi Field can be accessed from both the Navy Yard-Ballpark and Waterfront stations.<\/span><\/span> The Navy Yard west exit is reopened for the 2026 season.<\/span> The ADA shuttle will run from the west entrance to the Audi Field Club Shop on a continuous 15-30 minute loop, starting an hour before kickoff and ending an hour after the match.<\/span> <\/span>Parking is available at the Anacostia station, just one stop away on the Green Line.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 🚲 <\/span>BIKING<\/strong> Capital Bikeshare is providing valet services at the Capital Bikeshare station at Half St & Potomac Ave SW outside Audi Field for those biking to the game on Capital Bikeshare at no cost to fans!<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Guests with special needs or accessibility questions are encouraged to contact the Audi Field Guest Experience<\/a><\/span> team prior to matchday. To learn more about the courtesy shuttle, sensory room, and accessible seating, click here.<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n KULTURECITY SENSORY ROOM<\/strong> Fans with sensory sensitivities can take a break from the visual and auditory stimulations of matchday in the KultureCity Sensory Room, located on the Heineken Rooftop.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n SENSORY BAGS<\/strong> Additionally, sensory bags are available while supplies last at Guest Services for any guest who may feel overwhelmed by the environment. Each bag is equipped with noise-cancelling headphones, fidget tools, and verbal cue cards.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Grab your tickets before the Home Opener vs. Portland Thorns FC sells out!<\/p>\n Get Tickets<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 |\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 View the Matchday Guide<\/a><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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Item of the Match<\/h6>\n
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