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United fans to rally in support of D.C. United Stadium

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D.C. United fans are organizing a rally in support of a stadium plan for the club prior to D.C. United’s home game on Sat. May 9 against Toronto FC. Planned events include a demonstration in Lincoln Park at 3:30 p.m., followed by a march to RFK Stadium and a dual tailgate party, hosted by La Barra Brava and the Screaming Eagles, lasting until the scheduled 7:30 p.m. kick-off.

Though fans are encouraged to use metro to arrive at the park, shuttle busses are being hired to transport fans from Lot 8 at RFK Stadium to the demonstration gathering point from 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

“D.C. United has long enjoyed a special relationship with our fans, who are the best in Major League Soccer,” said United President Kevin Payne. “No matter what the need, we can always count on the unswerving support of our fans. It's no surprise that they've organized this march in support of our club. We hope the political leadership of the District, and the region, pay attention. We’re sure the march and rally will be enthusiastic and friendly.”
With 12 major domestic and international titles earned in its 13-year history, D.C. United is the most successful team in the history of American professional soccer. The club, however, plays home games at RFK Stadium (originally opened in 1961) and has not been able to secure an approved plan for a new stadium that would ensure the club being able to remain in the region long-term.

Timeline
2:00 p.m. - RFK Stadium parking Lot 8 opens to the public
2:30-3:30 p.m. - shuttles from Lot 8 to Lincoln Park run
3:45 p.m. - initial demonstration at Lincoln Park begins
4:00 p.m. - fans march from Lincoln Park to RFK Stadium
4:45 p.m. - march participants arrive at Barra Brava and Screaming Eagles tailgates
5:00 p.m. - Kevin Payne addresses the crowd in Lot 8
7:30 p.m. - kick-off, D.C. United vs. Toronto FC


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