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UFC CEO Dana White announced that the UFC White House event will have limited attendance due to security concerns, with fewer than 5,000 people allowed on the White House lawn, and plans to take over Washington, DC, with events and celebrations for the US's 250th birthday.
Ahead of the Leagues Cup final, the Seattle Sounders report no new injuries, with key players like Cristian Roldan and Albert Rusnák available, and expect a large crowd possibly setting a new attendance record for the tournament.
The Minnesota State Fair's opening days in 2025 saw 137,148 and 153,988 attendees, respectively, just below last year's record-breaking start, with Saturday's total to be announced later.
The 2025 New York State Fair opened with a notably small crowd due to rainy and cold weather, with the first attendee arriving early despite the conditions. The gates opened at 9 a.m., but the usual bustling atmosphere was subdued, and many vendors were not yet operational. Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to attend, and the event continues for 12 days with various food and entertainment offerings.
Evo 2025, North America's largest fighting game tournament, is smaller this year with just over 8,500 entrants compared to last year's 10,000, due to economic factors, expanded international options, and safety concerns, but it remains an exciting event showcasing top players in games like Street Fighter and Tekken.
Tony Khan announced that AEW All In in Arlington, Texas, drew nearly 30,000 fans, making it AEW's biggest event in the US in terms of attendance and revenue, with early pay-per-view numbers also surpassing previous records.
Despite their poor performance this season with a record of 20-67, the Colorado Rockies continue to sell out games, driven by the appeal of Coors Field and its amenities, attracting fans more for the experience than the team's success.
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the U.S. has seen varied attendance figures, with the highest at 80,619 for PSG vs. Atletico Madrid and the lowest at 3,412 for Ulsan HD vs. Mamelodi Sundowns. Overall, the average attendance is 34,759, which is higher than previous editions but still lower compared to the 1994 World Cup in the U.S. The tournament's attendance has been influenced by stadium size, location, and team popularity, with FIFA hoping for increased crowds in the knockout stages.
The opening round of the Club World Cup in the US has seen over 400,000 empty seats, with stadiums only 56.8% full on average, due to factors like scheduling during work hours and competition from the Gold Cup. Despite some high attendances in Miami and large ticket sales, overall attendance issues persist, raising concerns for the tournament's success ahead of the upcoming World Cup.
Chelsea's 2-0 victory over LAFC in the Club World Cup was a dull match played in front of an almost empty stadium, highlighting low attendance and a subdued atmosphere, contrasting with more lively matches like Boca Juniors vs Benfica. The game was affected by scheduling and location issues, with Chelsea preparing for their next match against Flamengo, while LAFC's attendance and environment drew mixed reactions from managers.
Chelsea's match at the FIFA Club World Cup in Atlanta experienced low attendance with only 22,197 fans, attributed to factors like ticket prices and timing, though expectations are high for upcoming matches with larger crowds. Enzo Maresca noted the environment was 'strange' due to the empty stadium, but remains optimistic about future games.
Chelsea's match against LAFC at the Club World Cup saw a small crowd due to poor scheduling and local disinterest, but Liam Delap's impactful debut helped secure their win, highlighting Chelsea's strong squad and upcoming fixtures.
FIFA invested over $50 million in marketing the 2025 Club World Cup in the U.S. to boost ticket sales amid organizational challenges and uneven attendance, employing social media campaigns, influencer promotions, and ticket discounts, with mixed results in stadium turnouts and ongoing concerns about venue choices and publicity strategies.
The USA's year of hosting major soccer events, including the Club World Cup and Gold Cup, has started with disappointing attendance and lackluster enthusiasm, despite high-profile matches and star players like Lionel Messi. The tournaments faced issues such as low turnout, high ticket prices, and a general sense of flatness, reflecting a challenging environment for soccer's growth in the US, even as the country aims to elevate its status as a soccer destination.
Syracuse University announced an attendance of 40,486 fans for their football game against No. 6 Miami, where Syracuse achieved a 42-38 upset victory. This win led to the first field-storming since their 2017 upset over No. 2 Clemson.