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Trying to buy World Cup tickets is an event in itself.
Are you figuring out where to sit for the biggest sporting matches of the summer? That could be a life-altering decision. And it might require a loan to buy tickets for the entire family at Boston Stadium, more commonly known as Gillette Stadium.
The venue will host seven World Cup matches, including a quarterfinal on July 9. Haiti and Scotland will open with the stadium’s first match on June 13. Norway and Iraq will follow on June 16 and then Scotland vs. Morocco will clash three days later.
England and Ghana are set to meet on June 23. The ticket prices on the secondary markets are exorbitant for this match. The cheapest tickets are nearly $1,000, as of mid-May. Norway and France will wrap up the currently scheduled matches on June 26.
The winner of Group E then will play against a third-place team out of Group A, B, C, D or F in a knockout-round match on June 29.
It’s going to be a wild summer in Foxboro. And if you’re lucky enough to watch one game in person, let’s give you an idea where to sit.
If money is no object, which might have to be the case with any seat at the World Cup, then search for tickets at midfield.
A few rows up at midfield and behind the team’s benches provide the best viewing experience. Player movements are on display and unobstructed. Finding tickets in this area of the stadium is going to be nearly impossible. But there are options for that first match between Haiti and Scotland for more than $1,000. The corners are also great options if midfield is sold out.
This is about as simple as it gets. Just sit behind the net with like fans.
When your team’s goalie is on your side of the field, let him hear your support. And when the opposition’s goaltender is front and center, let him hear how well he is playing. Be respectful, of course, but letting the opposing side know you’re against them is part of the experience.
For fans looking to sit in the supporters' section, it should be known that Gillette Stadium isn’t completely closed off. An open section is at the lighthouse side of the field, which will be behind one of the nets. The opening is where the New England Patriots enter the field on Sundays.
This Providence Journal reporter doesn’t recommend sitting in these sections with younger kids as it can get a bit rowdy. These tickets should also be left, if possible, for supporters who traveled to see their team play.
This all does not mean that there are no options for neutral fans.
If you just want to take in the experience and watch some great soccer, try to stay centralized on the field. The 300-level should be more affordable and still provide a great viewing experience for any of the matches.
Honestly, though, if you’re lucky enough to see the World Cup in person, there won’t be a bad seat at "Boston Stadium." Sit back, enjoy the show and leave knowing that you witnessed a World Cup match in person.
This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: Best places to sit at Boston Stadium for FIFA World Cup matches
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Are you figuring out where to sit for the biggest sporting matches of the summer? That could be a life-altering decision. And it might require a loan to buy tickets for the entire family at Boston Stadium, more commonly known as Gillette Stadium.
The venue will host seven World Cup matches, including a quarterfinal on July 9. Haiti and Scotland will open with the stadium’s first match on June 13. Norway and Iraq will follow on June 16 and then Scotland vs. Morocco will clash three days later.
England and Ghana are set to meet on June 23. The ticket prices on the secondary markets are exorbitant for this match. The cheapest tickets are nearly $1,000, as of mid-May. Norway and France will wrap up the currently scheduled matches on June 26.
The winner of Group E then will play against a third-place team out of Group A, B, C, D or F in a knockout-round match on June 29.
It’s going to be a wild summer in Foxboro. And if you’re lucky enough to watch one game in person, let’s give you an idea where to sit.
The best seats for the World Cup
If money is no object, which might have to be the case with any seat at the World Cup, then search for tickets at midfield.
A few rows up at midfield and behind the team’s benches provide the best viewing experience. Player movements are on display and unobstructed. Finding tickets in this area of the stadium is going to be nearly impossible. But there are options for that first match between Haiti and Scotland for more than $1,000. The corners are also great options if midfield is sold out.
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The best seats for supporters
This is about as simple as it gets. Just sit behind the net with like fans.
When your team’s goalie is on your side of the field, let him hear your support. And when the opposition’s goaltender is front and center, let him hear how well he is playing. Be respectful, of course, but letting the opposing side know you’re against them is part of the experience.
For fans looking to sit in the supporters' section, it should be known that Gillette Stadium isn’t completely closed off. An open section is at the lighthouse side of the field, which will be behind one of the nets. The opening is where the New England Patriots enter the field on Sundays.
This Providence Journal reporter doesn’t recommend sitting in these sections with younger kids as it can get a bit rowdy. These tickets should also be left, if possible, for supporters who traveled to see their team play.
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The best seats for neutral fans
This all does not mean that there are no options for neutral fans.
If you just want to take in the experience and watch some great soccer, try to stay centralized on the field. The 300-level should be more affordable and still provide a great viewing experience for any of the matches.
Honestly, though, if you’re lucky enough to see the World Cup in person, there won’t be a bad seat at "Boston Stadium." Sit back, enjoy the show and leave knowing that you witnessed a World Cup match in person.
This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: Best places to sit at Boston Stadium for FIFA World Cup matches
Continue reading...
