The MLS All-Star Game is an annual soccer exhibition match hosted by Major League Soccer (MLS) that features a team of the league’s top players against a prominent international club. This year, the MLS All-Stars will take on English Premier League club Arsenal at Exploria Stadium in Orlando, Florida on August 10, 2022. With Arsenal being one of the most popular and successful clubs in the world, demand for tickets to see them take on the best of MLS is expected to be very high. But how much will tickets cost for fans wanting to attend the 2022 MLS All-Star Game?
MLS All-Star Game Ticket Prices
According to the MLS website, ticket prices for the 2022 MLS All-Star Game range from $38 to $600 per ticket. The specific pricing categories are:
Section | Price |
Supporters Sections | $38 |
Endline/Corner | $55 – $95 |
Sideline | $95 – $190 |
Midfield/Club | $190 – $600 |
The cheapest tickets are located in the supporters sections behind the goals, which are standing room only sections. Seats on the endline/corners and sidelines range from $55 to $190 depending on proximity to the halfway line. The most expensive midfield and exclusive club seats are priced between $190 and $600.
Overall, MLS All-Star Game tickets are priced similarly to a regular season MLS match. They are not excessively expensive but also not cheap. The cheapest tickets provide access for true fans willing to stand and cheer the entire match from behind the goal. The most expensive tickets offer premium views and amenities for those looking for a VIP experience. There are options across the pricing spectrum in between.
Ticket Availability
With Orlando City SC hosting the All-Star Game in their home stadium, tickets were first made available in March 2022 to Orlando City season ticket members via presale. The club states that over 13,000 tickets were sold in the presale alone.
On April 21, 2022, MLS opened up remaining tickets to the general public via Ticketmaster. As of May 1, 2022, availability is still relatively decent, but certain sections are filling up quickly. The supporters sections behind the goal are nearly sold out with only singles and pairs remaining. Most sideline seats are gone except for scattered singles. The best availability remains in midfield sections and club seats, likely due to the high costs. But inventory is declining rapidly.
Fans interested in getting tickets directly from the primary market are advised to act quickly before the remaining tickets sell out. With resale prices likely to be inflated due to high demand, buying from the official MLS channels now is recommended.
Ticket Resale Market
For fans who missed out on tickets during the initial sale period or are hoping to score a deal, the secondary ticket resale market is an option. Sites like StubHub, VividSeats and SeatGeek already have hundreds of MLS All-Star Game tickets available being resold by individual sellers.
Here are some observations on the resale market as of May 2022:
Section | Lowest Price | Highest Price |
Supporters | $60 | $150 |
Corner | $90 | $350 |
Sideline | $140 | $600 |
Midfield | $250 | $1200 |
Resale prices are substantially marked up in every section, sometimes by 100% or more compared to face value. The least inflated are supporters section tickets, which are still reasonably obtainable for under $100. The most inflated are lower level sideline and midfield sections closest to mid-pitch, where sellers are asking up to $600+ per ticket.
Buyers should beware that paying inflated resale prices this far in advance comes with some risk. If Arsenal decides to rest their star players or injuries crop up, demand could decrease leading up to the match. That could lead to declining resale prices. Paying 2-3x face value now could mean overpaying if prices drop later.
How to Get the Best Ticket Deal
Here are some tips for finding the best ticket value for the 2022 MLS All-Star Game:
– Act quickly if you still want to buy from MLS/Ticketmaster. The remaining inventory is declining rapidly. You’ll pay face value prices.
– Consider less desirable sections like supporters sections or endline seats to pay closer to face value.
– Check back on resale sites frequently for price drops as game day approaches. More sellers may list tickets.
– Follow fan groups like Arsenal America on social media for special ticket offers.
– Wait until 1-2 weeks before the match to buy resale.Prices may drop with more inventory.
– Join Arsenal America or MLS supporters groups. They often get ticket allotments for members.
The best deals will likely come from buying soon through official channels or waiting until the last minute for a price drop on resale sites. Either way, act fast once you see a price you are comfortable with. Demand is high and supply limited for what is always one of the hottest MLS tickets of the summer.
Conclusion
Tickets to see Arsenal take on the MLS All-Stars this August at Exploria Stadium range from $38 to $600. The 13,000+ tickets sold during the presale show demand is high. Remaining tickets are still available through MLS but selling fast. On the resale market, prices are inflated 2-3x face value in many sections due to scarcity. Fans looking for the best deals should buy now from MLS or exercise patience until closer to match day for potentially lower resale prices. No matter what, seeing Arsenal’s superstars like Saka, Odegaard and Ramsdale take on MLS stars like Chicharito, Hany Mukhtar and Carlos Vela should make for an electric atmosphere.