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MATCH PREVIEW: Inter Miami CF to Host Columbus Crew on Fourth of July

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Inter Miami CF (5W-13L-1D, 16 points) is gearing up for a two-match week with two MLS regular season fixtures, with the team first set to host the Columbus Crew (10W-6L-4D, 34 points) this Tuesday, July 4 at 7:30 p.m. ET at DRV PNK Stadium.

Additionally, the match will also feature one of the Club’s Theme Nights for 2023, with the theme for the night being Military Appreciation.

Military Appreciation Night

The Independence Day matchup against the Crew will also feature Military Appreciation night, an opportunity for Inter Miami CF to honor the everyday sacrifices of service men and women in South Florida and across the United States.

Tickets

Get your tickets HERE and cheer on Inter Miami from the stands on Tuesday!

Parking

Before heading to the game, view DRV PNK Stadium matchday parking information here. Fans are encouraged to buy parking passes in advance of arrival to DRV PNK Stadium. Buy your gameday parking pass here.

Brightline - GOOOL Getter Trains

Inter Miami and Brightline are returning for another action-packed season. Take GOOOL GETTER trains and complimentary shuttles from Brightline Fort Lauderdale Station directly to all the Inter Miami CF matches this season at DRV PNK Stadium.

Shuttles depart the station 10 minutes after train arrivals and return shuttles depart from DRV PNK Stadium at 9:45 p.m. ET and 10 p.m. ET so you can stay for the whole match and get back to the station to catch your train back home.

XTRA TIME at the XBTO Northwest Club

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The XBTO Northwest Club will be open postgame for all guests to enjoy. The 10,000 square foot hospitality space, which is located next to the team store by Gate 3, includes an air-conditioned enclosed first level, an outdoor terrace on the second level overlooking the field, and a third level open-air lounge.

XTRA TIME at the XBTO Northwest Club will feature a live DJ, giveaways, food and drink specials and the opportunity to watch the Inter Miami CF postgame show from a great vantage point. Fans are encouraged to head over immediately following the final whistle to secure up close viewing.

Where to Watch

Fans can currently get a 1 month Free Trial of MLS Season Pass here.

Watch Tuesday's matchup against Columbus Crew on MLS Season Pass here.

MLS Season Pass will feature every live MLS regular-season match, the entire Audi MLS Cup Playoffs, and Leagues Cup all in one place, with consistent match times and no blackouts — a first in live sports broadcasting. With an MLS Season Pass subscription, fans can enjoy every MLS match on billions of devices through the Apple TV app on Apple devices, smart TVs, streaming devices, set-top boxes, and game consoles, as well as on the web at tv.apple.com.

All matches will feature both English and Spanish-language announcers, while matches involving Canadian teams will also offer commentary in French.

Radio

Fans will also be able to listen to the match action live on the radio in English on WQAM sister station WSFS HD2 104.3FM or for free through WQAMAM3 on the Audacy App.

2023 Americana Tops

Inter Miami will wear the 2023 Americana Captain America-themed top during warm-ups ahead of kick-off. This year, MLS, adidas, and Marvel aligned to create superhero-themed tops that display unity in a global game and league.

Fans can get their 2023 Inter Miami Americana limited collection tops HERE!

Two-Game Homestand to Start July

Inter Miami faces a quick turnaround for what will be its second home game at DRV PNK Stadium in the start of July after drawing 1-1 against Austin FC last Saturday.

Historic Night for Martínez

Inter Miami forward Josef Martínez enjoyed a historic evening the night of the team's match against Austin. With his goal in the game, he brought his MLS regular season tally up to 103, breaking the deadlock for tenth most in league history; the goal against Austin also marked the 27th different MLS club Martínez has scored against, the most in league history. The goal was also Martínez’s fifth of the season, the most on the team.

Second 2023 MLS Regular Season Matchup Against the Crew

On Tuesday, Inter Miami and the Columbus Crew will be clashing for a second and final time this 2023 regular season. Inter Miami will aim for another positive result after earning a 1-2 road win against the Crew in April.

Scouting the Columbus Crew 

Columbus Crew will enter the fixture in South Florida after earning a 2-1 win at home over the New York Red Bulls over the weekend. Overall in the 2023 MLS regular season, the Crew have a record of ten wins, six losses and four draws for a total of 34 points and currently sit fourth in the Eastern Conference standings.

Midfielder Lucas Zelarayán has been the team's leader this campaign, with eight goals and seven assists to his name.