FC Cincinnati vs\u00a0San Jose Earthquakes\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Saturday,\u00a0August 1\u00a0\u2013\u00a07:30\u00a0p.m.\u00a0ET\u00a0
Salute to Service\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
FC Cincinnati\u00a0host\u00a0San Jose Earthquakes\u00a0on\u00a0Saturday,\u00a0August 1\u00a0at TQL Stadium. Kickoff is set for\u00a07:30 p.m.\u00a0ET for\u00a0Salute to Service\u00a0presented by\u00a0Gillette.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u00a0Tickets\u00a0remain\u00a0at\u202fFCCincinnati.com\/Tickets<\/a>\u202for call 513-977-KICK to learn more.\u00a0Take a look\u00a0at the Matchday Guide presented by\u00a0altafiber\u00a0for what to know ahead of\u00a0Saturday\u00a0night\u2019s match at TQL Stadium.\u00a0<\/p>\n With\u00a0kickoff set for\u00a07:30\u00a0p.m., gates to TQL Stadium open at\u00a06\u00a0p.m.\u00a0on\u00a0Saturday.\u00a0<\/p>\n \ud83c\udf89\u00a0SALUTE TO SERVICE\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n This night is a heartfelt tribute to the brave active-duty service members, veterans, first responders, and their families. We dedicate this night to them through patriotic ceremonies, in-game recognitions, and collaborations with military organizations.\u00a0<\/p>\n For more information, visit the\u00a0theme night\u00a0page here:\u00a0FCCincinnati.com\/schedule\/theme-nights\/<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n \ud83d\udea7 MATCHDAY INFORMATION & ROAD CLOSURES\u00a0<\/p>\n With\u00a0preparations underway for construction for the highly\u00a0anticipated\u00a0mixed-use district north of TQL Stadium, fans should be aware of road closures for both vehicular and pedestrian access. With Wade Street being closed, fans accessing the Workhorse Gate will be directed down Liberty Street to Central Avenue.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n \u203c\ufe0f Construction on the Brent Spence Bridge is underway and there are significant traffic implications for routes to\/from TQL stadium. Through May 2029, the ramp to Winchell Avenue from I-75 North, 9th\u00a0Street\u00a0and 6th Street will be closed. There will be no\u00a0signed\u00a0detour for Winchell Avenue. Motorists from 9th Street to I-75 North will be detoured via 8th Street and Freeman Avenue to I-75. Access from 6th Street to Winchell will be closed with a right-lane closure on the ramp. For more information, please visit\u00a0https:\/\/brentspencebridgecorridor.com\/construction-updates\/traffic-advisories\/<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n For an A-to-Z stadium guide, parking information, a stadium map,\u00a0road closures,\u00a0bag policy,\u00a0concessions\u00a0information and more, visit\u00a0FCCincinnati.com\/Matchday<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n Visit here for an\u00a0interactive map<\/a>\u00a0of TQL Stadium.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n \ud83c\udf33\u00a0PREMATCH AT THE PARK\u00a0<\/p>\n Join us before the match from\u00a04\u20136:30 pm\u00a0at Washington Park and stick around for the March in the Park at\u00a06:30 pm\u00a0as The Bailey\u00a0head\u00a0to TQL Stadium!\u00a0<\/p>\n The\u00a0prematch\u00a0party gets started with plenty of free, family-friendly fan experiences\u00a0as well as\u00a0food trucks,\u00a0drinks\u00a0and activities.\u00a0For home matches in March, the Washington Park grass will be closed to the public.\u00a0<\/p>\n Show your support by writing Thank You cards to local service members.\u00a0<\/p>\n Live\u00a0music\u00a0from\u00a0Saints\u00a0& Strangers\u00a0<\/p>\n Food from\u00a0Davis Cookie Collection and\u00a0Paityn’s Place Catering\u00a0<\/p>\n Military branches in attendance include\u00a0United States Marine Corps, United States Coast Guard, and United States Air Force.\u00a0<\/p>\n Visit\u00a0local\u00a0service\u00a0organizations including\u00a0DAV,\u00a0Veteran Services,\u00a0Wounded Warriors, and\u00a0Joseph House\u00a0<\/p>\n FC Cincinnati\u00a0merchandise\u00a0<\/p>\n FC\u00a0Cincinnati\u00a0inflatables\u00a0<\/p>\n Games and\u00a0activities\u00a0including\u00a0snooker\u00a0ball,\u00a0ladder\u00a0ball,\u00a0cornhole,\u00a0and a\u00a0coloring\u00a0table.\u00a0<\/p>\n Airbrush and\u00a0balloon\u00a0art\u00a0<\/p>\n FC Cincinnati\u00a0marketing\u00a0table\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Visit with our sponsors including\u00a0Bavarian Meats,\u00a0Continental Tires, Chick-fil-A, American Home Tech, and Febreze \u00a0<\/p>\n Around\u00a06:30 p.m., fans can join the high-energy march into the stadium as it arrives at Washington Park with smoke,\u00a0drums,\u00a0and chants.\u00a0<\/p>\n \ud83c\udf8a\u00a0INSIDE & OUTSIDE TQL STADIUM\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Outside TQL Stadium,\u00a0the\u00a0Carl and Martha Lindner Plaza\u00a0off Central Parkway\u00a0provides\u00a0continued entertainment leading up to kickoff.\u00a0<\/p>\n Inside TQL Stadium,\u00a0fans\u00a0will\u00a0want to\u00a0be in their seats early for special\u00a0prematch\u00a0presentations throughout the stadium and on the field prior to kickoff.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n The Bailey\u00a0is general admission, safe standing only. Singing, drums, flags, and smoke are expected during the match. No opposing team fans or colors allowed.\u00a0<\/p>\n Read below for more information\u00a0regarding\u00a0parking options, the stadium\u2019s updated clear bag policy, NFC Ticketing and Wi-Fi:\u00a0<\/p>\n Bag Policy\u00a0\u2013\u00a0TQL Stadium has updated its Clear Bag Policy.\u00a0Learn more about\u00a0our\u00a0TQL Stadium Bag Policy<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n NFC Ticketing\u00a0\u2013\u00a0In addition to mobile ticketing, FC Cincinnati and\u00a0SeatGeek\u00a0utilize\u00a0NFC\u00a0Ticketing (Near\u00a0Field\u00a0Communication)\u00a0at all stadium gates and entrances. Fans can add their ticket to Apple Wallet on their iPhone or Apple Watch and simply tap their device at the reader at the gate to enter the stadium. Learn more with\u00a0our\u00a0Mobile Ticketing Information<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n In-Stadium Wi-Fi\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Fans will be able to connect to the free in-stadium Wi-Fi\u00a0courtesy of\u00a0the club\u2019s official\u00a0IT\u00a0partner\u00a0and service provider,\u00a0Atomic Data.\u00a0<\/p>\n \ud83d\udc55\u00a0FC CINCINNATI MERCHANDISE\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Fans can visit the\u202fTQL Stadium Team Store<\/a>\u202fwhen gates open at\u00a06\u00a0p.m.\u00a0Saturday. The FC Cincinnati Team Store at 1433 Vine Street in Over-the-Rhine will also\u00a0operate\u00a0on\u00a0normal hours\u00a0Saturday, 11 a.m.\u00a0\u20137\u00a0p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n Service members can enjoy an extra 20% off their purchases with\u00a0valid\u00a0Military ID.\u00a0<\/p>\n Fans can\u00a0purchase\u00a0all their favorite FC Cincinnati merchandise including the new Seven Hills Kit at either team store or at various other FCC Merchandise stands.\u00a0<\/p>\n Fans can also\u00a0purchase\u00a0merchandise items online at\u202fFCCGo.com<\/a>\u202fand can\u00a0pick\u00a0up in-store.\u00a0<\/p>\n \ud83c\udf55\u00a0TQL STADIUM FOOD, BEVERAGES AND MORE\u00a0<\/p>\n For a full list of concessions on matchdays at TQL Stadium, visit\u00a0FCCincinnati.com\/Matchday\/Concessions-Guide<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n New in 2026 include the\u00a0bibigo\u00a0Korean Fried Chicken Wings, Buffalo Chicken Nachos, Pulled Pork\u00a0Poppers\u00a0and Buffalo Cauliflower Wrap among a dozen other dishes.\u00a0<\/p>\n