Subaru Park serves as host training site for Les Éléphants as Côte d’Ivoire prepares for FIFA World Cup 2026™ campaign
Philadelphia Union announced today that, in addition to serving as its host training site, Subaru Park will host the Côte d’Ivoire Men’s National Team for a friendly match against Union II and a separate community training session, as the team continues its preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Côte d’Ivoire will face Union II on Monday, June 8, at 7 p.m. ET and will host a community training session for fans on Friday, June 12, at 6:30 p.m. ET. Both events will take place at Subaru Park and are free to attend, though tickets are required for entry.
“Hosting Côte d’Ivoire’s friendly against Union II and a community training session is a meaningful moment for the Philadelphia Union, the City of Chester, and soccer fans throughout the region,” said Tim McDermott, President, Philadelphia Union. “As one of the world’s top national teams prepares for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, we’re proud to play a role in that journey and create exceptional opportunities for supporters to experience the game at its highest level.”
Monday’s friendly gives Union II a unique opportunity to compete against one of Africa’s top national teams. Known as Les Éléphants, Côte d’Ivoire captured its third Africa Cup of Nations title in 2023 and enters the match as part of its final preparations to play on the world’s biggest stage.
Following Friday’s community training session, fans are encouraged to claim free tickets to attend the Union’s Soccer Celebration, presented by Michelob ULTRA, at Union Yards to watch the U.S. Men’s National Team take on Paraguay at 9:00 p.m. ET. Along with live viewings of the matches, Soccer Celebration festivities include entertainment such as live music, special appearances interactive games, giveaways and more.
Fans can click HERE for more information on how to claim their free tickets to the Côte d’Ivoire vs. Union II friendly. Those interested in attending or learning more about the community training session can click HERE.
For more information on Côte d’Ivoire’s events at Subaru Park, fans can visit https://www.philadelphiaunion.com/cotedivoire.
