Soccer fans in the nation’s capital have something exciting to look forward to this fall: D.C. United has announced a friendly match against German Bundesliga side SC Paderborn 07, set to take place in September at Audi Field.
The announcement adds a marquee international matchup to the local sports calendar, giving Washington supporters a rare chance to see a top-flight European club come to their home stadium. Bundesliga clubs are known for their passionate fanbases and high-quality play, making this a standout event for D.C.’s growing soccer community.
Audi Field, located in the Buzzard Point neighborhood along the Anacostia waterfront, has become one of the premier soccer venues on the East Coast since opening in 2018. A friendly of this caliber continues to raise the stadium’s profile as a destination for world-class football.
Details on ticket availability and exact match date were not immediately released, but the announcement is sure to generate buzz among supporters groups and casual fans alike as the summer progresses. Keep an eye on D.C. United’s official channels for updates as the September clash approaches.
Sources: D.C. United
