Venue Change: Argentina vs. Puerto Rico Friendly Moved to Fort Lauderdale
The friendly match between the national teams of Argentina and Puerto Rico, initially scheduled for next week in Chicago, has undergone a change of venue and will finally be played in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The decision was made amidst the migratory situation in the city. The match, which was scheduled for October 13 at Soldier Field in Chicago, will now be played on October 14 at Chase Stadium. Negotiations to move the match to the stadium of Inter Miami, Lionel Messi’s team, were underway, according to sources close to the organization.An executive from the Argentine Football Association explained that the change was due to the situation in Chicago, where protests have been recorded in response to immigration policies. More than a thousand immigrants have been arrested in the Chicago area since the crackdowns began last month. Argentina, the current world champion, will also play a friendly against Venezuela on Friday at Hard Rock Stadium, in the Miami area. Lionel Messi was called up for both matches, as part of Argentina’s preparation for next year’s World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.Yes, I confirm that the Argentina vs. Puerto Rico match has been canceled in Chicago. The promoter made the decision this morning due to low ticket sales.
Luca Serra, spokesperson for the Chicago Park District
