On Saturday morning, Major League Soccer and the Colorado Rapids announced plans to continue the 2020 regular season on August 22 with a home match against Real Salt Lake.
We know there are a ton of questions surrounding what this means for fans, so we're here to help. Below are seven frequently asked questions and answers about the continuation of the MLS season.
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What do these games mean for the regular season?
Major League Soccer has announced that regular season games will return to home markets following the MLS is Back Tournament, with the Rapids’ first home game scheduled for Saturday, August 22 against Real Salt Lake. In addition to the first match against RSL, MLS announced five other matches for each team. The Rapids play three home matches – against RSL, Sporting KC and the Houston Dynamo – and three away matches – against FC Dallas, the San Jose Earthquakes and RSL – between August 22-September 12. Each match will count toward the 2020 regular season.
Does the season end on September 12?
It’s the hope that Major League Soccer will announce additional regular season matches and playoff schedules in the coming days. We do know that the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs will begin on November 20, culminating with MLS Cup on December 12. MLS has also announced that the regular season will end on November 8th with Decision Day.
Can fans attend the three home matches?
At this time, home games are scheduled to be played at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park with no fans in attendance. The Rapids and Kroenke Sports & Entertainment continue regular consultation with MLS as well as national, and local public health authorities regarding the possibility of having fans attend future home games. While our hope is to play in front of our supporters this season, our primary concern is the well-being of our fans, players, vendors, and staff and every decision will be made from that perspective first and foremost.
Can fans attend the three away matches?
At this time, fan attendance recommendations remain guided by MLS, national, and local public health authorities. Fans can check updates from the first three away matches for the Rapids - FC Dallas, San Jose Earthquakes and Real Salt Lake - for their current guidelines around attending matches.
I am a current Season Ticket Member, what happens now?
We recognize that this announcement and the current situation create a great deal of uncertainty surrounding your membership. While we wait for guidance on when and how we can return to DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Rapids are proactively opening membership renewals for 2021, which will allow you to move your investment to next season. As of today, your current credit from the 2020 season will automatically roll to the 2021 season to secure your membership seats at the same per game price you paid this year. No action is required of you to renew your membership for next season. Members that elect to maintain their credit on their 2021 Membership will not be required to make any additional payments for next season until March 2021. If you wish to opt out of your membership and request a refund, you can contact our Ticket Sales Department at any time prior to the beginning of the 2021 season.
What if fans are permitted to attend games in person at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park in 2020?
If fans are permitted to attend games at DICK’s Sporting Goods Park at any point during the 2020 regular season and/or MLS Cup Playoffs, Season Ticket Members will receive priority to attend games. Should you wish to attend any games, you will have the choice to either utilize your credit from the 2020 season or maintain the credit on your 2021 Membership and make a new purchase. We will provide you with additional information should fans be welcomed back this season.
Will these games air on TV or radio?
Yes. All six games will be broadcast on Altitude TV and Altitude Sports Radio. Stay tuned for more information regarding the broadcast schedule as well as updates on the ongoing negotiations between Altitude and Comcast & DISH Network.
