Major League Soccer's D.C. United will host Italy's AC Milan in an exhibition match May 26 at RFK Stadium.

It will be the clubs' first match against each other.

D.C. United president Kevin Payne said Monday the game will be "a great test for our players." He also said D.C. United could add games against "two other major European clubs."

Because the game is less than three weeks before the World Cup, AC Milan won't have any of its stars who will be with national teams.

Washington, D.C. (April 12, 2010) - D.C. United announced today the club will play an international friendly against Italian giants AC Milan on May 26 at RFK Stadium. It will be the first-ever meeting between the two clubs. Kick-off is set for 8:00 p.m. ET.

“We make it a priority every year to bring international teams to the Washington area,” said United President & CEO Kevin Payne. “AC Milan is historically one of the best clubs in Europe and will provide a great match for our fans and a great test for our players. Furthermore, we’re delighted to be able to offer this game and, potentially, upcoming matches against two other major European clubs to our loyal ticket plan holders as a part of their package.”

Tickets for this match are available as part of season ticket packages as Special Game C. Individual game tickets will go on sale April 19 at 10:00 a.m. for $35 at the Spectator level, $50 at Premium level, $65 at VIP level and $75 at the Mezzanine level. Groups of 15 or more can purchase at discounted prices of $30 for Spectator level, $40 for Premium, $55 for VIP and $70 for Mezzanine level.

The Italian side currently sits in third place in Serie A and includes some of the biggest names in world football. Brazilian legend Ronaldinho and Holland’s Clarence Seedorf headline Milan’s midfield and are expected to be with AC Milan in the Nation’s Capital next month. Another Brazilian spearheads the Rossoneri’s attack, Alexandre Pato, a 20-year-old striker who has set Serie A alight since joining AC Milan in 2007. Veterans Massimo Ambrosini and Filippo Inzaghi have been constants for the Italian club throughout the years, as both men have over 200 appearances for Milan. AC Milan is committed to fielding all of its star players at RFK Stadium not obligated to World Cup duties.

“We are very happy to return to RFK Stadium again, but finally to play D.C.United,” says Umberto Gandini, Director of AC Milan. “After the Italian Supercup in 1993 and a friendly with Barcelona few years ago, it will be great to play one of the most successful clubs in MLS history and to meet again the American fans.”

Founded in 1899, AC Milan is one of the most recognizable names in global football. In the club’s considerable history the team has spent all but two seasons in the Italian top-flight. AC Milan has won 18 officially recognized UEFA and FIFA international titles, making them the most successful team in the world alongside Argentina’s Boca Juniors. Milan has claimed four world club titles, more than any other side, having won the Intercontinental Cup on three occasions and the FIFA Club World Cup once.

Additionally, only Real Madrid has captured more European Cups than AC Milan. Known today as the UEFA Champions League, AC Milan has seven European Cups to accompany the team’s 17 domestic titles. Milan is managed by former Brazilian national team star Leonardo, and the club plays in the renowned Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, or San Siro.

Its like an 8 hour drive for me though.

USA E CANADA: LA TOURNEE ROSSONERA
14/04/2010
MILANO - Saranno tre le partite, tra Stati Uniti e Canada, della tournée rossonera organizzata in collaborazione con la CAA Soccer Enterprise: 26 maggio, Washington DC, RFK Stadium ore 20: DC UNITED–MILAN; 30 maggio, Chicago, Toyota Park Stadium ore 19,30: CHICAGO FIRE–MILAN; 2 giugno, Montreal, Olympic Stadium ore 20: MONTREAL IMPACT–MILAN. Le prime due squadre appartengono alla MLS (Major Soccer League), mentre la formazione canadese partecipa alla USSF Second Division.

And hey, servbot, Milan will be in Chicago to play the Fire on May 30. (and in Montreal to play the Impact on June 2).

(from acmilan.com)

Woooooo!!!!!!!

I had searched on Monday when the Washington announcement was made but hadn't found anything, maybe it just wasn't finalized yet.

Definitely going to be getting tickets for this!

now the question I asked you earlier (about tickets) might be answered for real.

This fish is annoyed with Ticketmaster and DC United. Tickets for the Milan game went on sale today and the only seats on offer are in the upper stands, behind the corners, or way back in the covered area on the bottom level (in other words, the crappy tickets). DC United doesn't come close to selling the rest of the tickets so I'm trying to see if I can get better seats. Gr.

Might be sitting with the DC United equivalent of ultras (cheapest tickets, good location, most excellent tailgate) for the game.

A.C. Milan will bring a number of high-profile players for its friendly against the Fire. Scheduled to represent the Milan side will be legendary midfielders Ronaldinho of Brazil and Holland’s Clarence Seedorf. Ronaldinho, the former FIFA World Player of the Year (2004, 2005), is recognized worldwide for leading FC Barcelona to two Spanish Liga titles, two Spanish Super Cups and the Catalan club’s second UEFA Champions League victory in its history. Brazilian forward Alexandre Pato is set to make his first trip to TOYOTA PARK. The 20-year-old forward has tallied 36 goals in 74 appearances since joining the San Siro outfit in 2007. Current World Cup champion Filippo Inzaghi, who has appeared in 184 matches for the Rossoneri and A.C. Milan captain Massimo Ambrosini will also participate in the match against the Fire. A.C. Milan is committed to fielding all of its star players at TOYOTA PARK who are not obligated to World Cup duties.

For people in england Milan will be playing Arsenal and Lyon this summer in London, I'll hopefully be going if you guys want tickets or more info just check here: http://www.arsenal.com/emiratescup

Among the players confirmed are Brazilians stars Ronaldinho and Alexandre Pato, and Dutch midfielder Clarence Seedorf. Additionally goalkeepers Dida and Christian Abbiati; defenders Luca Antonini, Marek Jankulovski, Massimo Oddo, Giuseppe Favalli, Alessandro Nesta and Marcus Diniz; midfielders Ignazio Abate, Davide Di Gennaro, Mathieu Flamini and Massimo Ambrosini; and forwards Mancini, Filippo Inzaghi and Dominic Adiyiah are confirmed. Several more players will be added to the roster next week.

They're also holding an open practice session the day before the match. This fish will be present!

Instead, the guess is that Milan will bring along guys from various of the smaller Serie A clubs to fill out the ranks. Has anyone heard anything about who might be coming along for the ride?

Btw will Yepes be coming?