MIAMI – Sunday will be extraordinary for the world’s billions of soccer fans who plan to watch four of the best teams compete in two finals. And it will be even more remarkable for the tens of thousands of fans who will witness the matches in person.
More than 60,000 privileged fans plan to witness this year’s Copa American Final in Miami-Dade County and over 74,000 fans are preparing to witness the European Championship’s final in Berlin, Germany.
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Spain and England will play first for the European Championship’s first and second place at 3 p.m., at the Olympiastadion. Argentina and Colombia will play at 8 p.m., at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.
Miami-Dade County officials were preparing for the large crowds at 347 Don Shula Drive, in Miami Gardens, and released a list of tips for foreigners who may not be used to the weather or the stadium’s restrictions.
The stadium prohibits fireworks, flares, explosives, ammunition, or any other incendiary items or devices. The staff also prohibits air horns, whistles, and noisemakers; alcohol of any kind; glass bottles, cans, coolers, thermoses, and ice chests; and purses larger than 12 inches by 2 inches by 12 inches or 30.4 cm by 5.08 cm, by 30.4 cm.
Here are Miami-Dade County’s tips:
- It’s hot out there! Become familiar with common signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion
- Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water, wear light clothing and take breaks in cool, shaded areas
- The weather moves fast around here. Be sure to monitor forecasts and plan accordingly
- Have a plan – identify and remember meeting points in case you get separated from the group
- If you see something, say something! Safety is a shared responsibility
- Follow all instructions provided by event staff and first responders