Auburn to host international soccer friendly between Argentina and Iceland

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Jordan-Hare Stadium is apparently set to see a new kind of football.

For the first time in its history, Auburn is going to be hosting an international soccer match this June ahead of the World Cup, a friendly exhibition between Argentina and Iceland.

The match, which will be played on June 9, features the defending World Cup champions in Argentina and arguably the greatest player in the history of the sport in Lionel Messi.

“To have the reigning FIFA World Cup champions choose Auburn as the site of their last match before defending their title represents a tremendous achievement and an incredible opportunity for Auburn Athletics and Auburn University,” Auburn AD John Cohen said during the announcement. “This exhibition between Argentina and Iceland will bring worldwide attention and exposure to Auburn and our community.”

The game is going to be played one week before Argentina begins their World Cup campaign in Kansas City against Algeria.

It was emphasized during the announcement that tickets are going to be affordable, starting at just $45. Fans can register for presale information here. The tickets will start being sold on April 15.

Michael Brauner is a Senior Sports Analyst and Contributing Writer for Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on Twitter @MBraunerWNSP and hear him every weekday morning from 6 to 9 a.m. on “The Opening Kickoff” on WNSP-FM 105.5, available free online.