Major League Soccer season is back at TQL Stadium.FC Cincinnati on Saturday kicks off its 17-match home schedule against D.C. United, marking the start of its second year in its West End venue. Forecasts have Saturday as the warmest day of 2022 so far, and FC Cincinnati welcomes an MLS Cup playoff contender to christen the season's slate of home games. Here's everything you need to know about the return of soccer season in Cincinnati:The basicsFC Cincinnati (0-1-0) is hosting D.C. United (1-0-0), which finished one point out of the playoffs last year, so the action on the field should be more than enough reason to attend the game. The weather forecast continues to improve, and provides added incentive. According to the National Weather Service, Saturday's forecast high is 72F. By the time FC Cincinnati-D.C. United kicks off shortly after 6 p.m., the temperature should be 68F, and it won't fall off too much during and afterward. New food, beverage options New for 2022, fans will experience new food and beverage offerings from local favorites including Pendleton-based Lucius Q BBQ, FUSIAN (a local sushi chain) and Sammy’s Craft Burgers & Beer.Fans in the First Financial Club will be able to purchase "Noonan’s Nine Layer Nachos," named after new FC Cincinnati Head Coach Pat Noonan.Sway by Oakley-based MadTree will offer two new vodka soda drinks: Strawberry and guava, and grapefruit and ginger. Cutwater Distillery will offer strawberry margaritas, long island iced teas and whiskey mules.More:When are the 'orange out' matches in 2022? FC Cincinnati announces promotional scheduleAs for pre- and post-match offerings, TQL Stadium continues to benefit from the establishments of neighboring Over-the-Rhine. The Enquirer last year wrote about 10 establishments within walking distance to the stadium that are definitely worth checking out. They're all still in business and no more than .7 miles from the stadium.The Juncta Juvant kitFC Cincinnati's new orange, secondary jersey will be featured prominently on Saturday. The players on the field will be wearing the all-orange uniform, which pays homage to the city of Cincinnati flag. Upon entering the venue, fans will receive a rally towel depicting the new orange Juncta Juvant kit. Source link
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