KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Spirit vs. San Diego Wave

Washington Spirit  |   October 5, 2025
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We break down everything you need to know ahead of matchday on Sunday, Oct 5:

📅 SCHEDULE
10:00 a.m. – Spirit Sandlot opens
11:30 a.m. – Audi Field gates open
1:00 p.m. – Match kicks off

 


 

🎟️ DOWNLOAD YOUR TICKETS: Audi Field is a mobile-only venue. Log into your Ticketmaster account or Account Manager and add your tickets to your Apple or Google Pay Wallet. Learn more >

 

Reminder: The north endline of Audi Field is our designated Spirit Supporters Section. Led by our supporters groups, fans in these sections chant loudly, play drums, wave flags, and may deploy smoke during the match. Opposing team fans and gear are not permitted in the Spirit Supporters Section. Please see Guest Services near Gate A if you need to be reassigned.

 

Before Arriving

 

🎒 REVIEW THE BAGGAGE POLICY

Bags must be smaller than 14″ by 14″ by 6″, and no backpacks, coolers, or luggage are allowed. Review Audi’s Field Guide for information on restricted items. Fans with medical needs or diaper bags should email Audi Field’s Guest Experience and use Gate B to expedite entry. Learn more >

 

🎉 MEET UP & MARCH: Spirit supporters will meet at Solace Outpost in Navy Yard at 11:00 a.m. (They’re opening early for Spirit fans!) before meeting at the traffic circle (S. Capital and Potomac Ave.) and marching to the match at 12:15 p.m. All fans are invited to join in the march!

 


 

Prematch

 

 

🎁 FAN GIVEAWAY: To celebrate Fan Appreciation, the gate giveaway will include a branded Washington Spirit hat! Limited quantity, while supplies lasts.

🤝 HONORARY CAPTAIN: Anders Bering, from presenting sponsor Mars

❤️ NATIONAL ANTHEM: Mira Agneshwar

 


 

Off the Pitch

 

🛍️ SPIRIT SHOP: Shop 2025 jerseys and new Spirit merch online or at four locations around the stadium: Spiritville, south endline, Events DC Club, and behind Section 130. If you placed an online order for in-stadium pickup, please use the designated line at the Spirit Shop location in Spiritville to collect your order. For pick-up orders, please have your order confirmation number ready.

 

👯 HALFTIME: The Morgan State Marching Band will be performing for fans at halftime!

 

🎶 ENTERTAINMENT: On the Spirit Stage, Crashed Cords will be performing at Gate A for guests upon arrival.

 

💫 SPIRITVILLE: Located on the East Concourse, Spiritville will feature face painters, first game certificates, Girl Scout cookies, paint-by-number, Mars candy giveaways, and fan appreciation photos for guests to take home. 

 

💧WATER STATION: Free water will be available for fans inside of Gate B next to the Heineken Bar.

 

 

Item of the Match

 

DeadDirt x Washington Spirit Fall/ Winter Collection

FAST TRACK: THE FUTURE OF WOMEN’S SPORTS

To celebrate our Fan Appreciation Match, we’re excited to share the release of our Fall/ Winter Collection with DeadDirt! Items are available exclusively at the stadium!

 

How to Get Yours:

Purchase during the game at the following merch locations: Spiritville, Club Level, Section 130 or, Section 119

Post-Match

 

🔒 Access:

For the safety of players and guests, only Premium ticketholders (F1-12, C1-9, and S1-31) are allowed in sections F1-F12 along the east sideline after the match. General ticketholders wanting to get closer to the field after the match can head to sections 135-138. Learn more >

 

 


 

Transportation

 

🚅 Metro: Audi Field can be accessed from both the Navy Yard-Ballpark and Waterfront stations. The Navy Yard west exit will be closed for the remainder of the season. Fans can still use the east entrance, located near the elevator of the Chase Bank building. ADA shuttle services will be available at the east exit. Parking is available at the Anacostia station just one stop away on the Green Line.

 

🚲 Biking: Two Wheel Valet allows fans to securely store their bike and helmets during the match. The valet is located at the southwest corner of the stadium at the intersection of 2nd and T St.

 


 

Accessibility

Guests with special needs or accessibility questions are encouraged to contact the Audi Field Guest Experience team prior to matchday. To learn more about the courtesy shuttle, sensory room, and accessible seating, click here.

Kulturecity Sensory Room: Fans with sensory sensitivities can take a break from the visual and auditory stimulations of matchday in the KultureCity Sensory Room located on the Heineken Rooftop.

Sensory Bags: Additionally, sensory bags are available while supplies last at Guest Services for any guest who may feel overwhelmed by the environment. Each bag is equipped with noise canceling headphones, fidget tools, and verbal cue cards.

 


 

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