Argentina vs. Puerto Rico: Friendly match changes Chicago for Miami

Venue Change: Argentina vs. Puerto Rico Moves to Fort Lauderdale

The international friendly match between Argentina and Puerto Rico has undergone a venue change, moving from Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois, to Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This has been announced. Originally scheduled for Monday, October 13, the meeting will now take place on Tuesday, October 14. According to Luca Serra, spokesperson for the Chicago Park District, the modification is due to low ticket sales.

“Yes, I confirm that the Argentina versus Puerto Rico match has been canceled in Chicago,” Serra told the press. “The promoter made the decision this morning due to low ticket sales.”

Luca Serra, spokesperson for the Chicago Park District

VMG Sports and Entertainment, the event promoter, has not yet issued an official statement about the change. An anonymous executive from the Argentine Football Association also informed the press that the rescheduling of the match is due to the migratory situation in the city of Chicago.

The Argentina vs. Puerto Rico match will be played at Chase Stadium, home of Inter Miami.Inter Miami officially announced that the match will take place at their facilities in Fort Lauderdale, marking the first time that both national teams will play at Chase Stadium. “Chase Stadium is preparing for another international friendly, with Inter Miami CF’s field hosting the match between Argentina, current FIFA World Cup champion and two-time Copa América champion, and Puerto Rico, next Tuesday, October 14th at 8 p.m. ET,” the team reported in a press release. “This occasion presents a historic first encounter between both teams and the first time they will play at Chase Stadium.” Argentina will face Venezuela on October 10, before playing against Puerto Rico on October 14.