Tucson News NowFC Tucson Desert Diamond Cup kicks off Wednesday

FC Tucson Desert Diamond Cup kicks off Wednesday

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The FC Tucson Desert ADiamond Cup will bring four Major League Soccer teams to train and compete in four double-header matches. The FC Tucson Desert ADiamond Cup will bring four Major League Soccer teams to train and compete in four double-header matches.
TUCSON, AZ (Tucson News Now) -

The second annual FC Desert Diamond Cup will roll into Kino Sports Complex on Wednesday with a star-studded lineup.

The baseball diamond at Kino Stadium has been transformed into a soccer field as soccer makes its way back to Tucson.

The FC Tucson Desert Diamond Cup will bring four Major League Soccer teams to train and compete in four double-header matches.

The New York Red Bulls, New England Revolution, Real Salt Lake and reigning MLS Cup champions LA Galaxy will battle it out starting on Wednesday with a championship match-up scheduled for March 3.

International superstars like Rafa Marquez and David Beckham will be on hand to participate in the games and prepare for the start of the MLS regular season.

Tickets start at $20.

For a full list of games and times, click on this link.

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