Central STL News

St. Louis CITY SC is set to host English Premier League club Aston Villa at Energizer Park on Wednesday, July 30, with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. CT. The match will be broadcast locally on FOX2.

This event marks only the second senior international friendly at Energizer Park, following CITY2’s exhibition against Bayer Leverkusen in 2022. Aston Villa comes to St. Louis after finishing sixth in the Premier League and reaching the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League during the 2024–25 season under head coach Unai Emery.

Fans attending the match are encouraged to arrive early for pre-match festivities and to welcome Aston Villa Football Club. Attendees are reminded to bring their YETI x CITY SC Refillable Rambler and use hydration stations throughout the stadium, which offer free compostable cups for water.

The day’s activities begin at 4:00 p.m., when Lou Fusz Plaza opens and retail pop-ups featuring merchandise from both clubs become available. Gates open at 6:00 p.m., allowing fans to order food from more than 25 local partners through the CITY App and participate in check-in activities.

Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m., with supporters encouraged to create a strong home field atmosphere at Energizer Park.

"Fans are encouraged to come early, enjoy pre-match festivities, and help us give a warm St. Louis welcome to Aston Villa Football Club. Don’t forget to bring your YETI x CITY SC Refillable Rambler and check the CITY App for hydration station locations throughout the stadium, including spots offering free compostable cups for water."