Join us at FC Dallas Stadium on Saturday, March 2 for the 2013 season opener between FC Dallas and the Colorado Rapids presented by AdvoCare.

Gates open at 6 p.m. for the return of Lamar’s Tailgate on the north concourse. The first 5,000 fans through the gates will receive an exclusive 2013 FC Dallas poster.

The Budweiser Build A Bar will be on the north concourse, offering fans the chance to grab a drink while watching sports on numerous HDTV's. A DJ will be spinning live for fans before the match, as well.

Fans can also visit the Team Shop for their first chance to buy updated jerseys featuring FC Dallas jersey sponsor AdvoCare.

Star of TNT’s Dallas, Jesse Metcalfe who plays Christopher Ewing on the show, will be the honorary scarfer of the Lamar Hunt statue at 7 p.m.

The match kicks at 7:30 p.m. and marks the return of Kenny Cooper in an FC Dallas jersey. Other new signees include Peru goalkeeper Raul Fernandez, Eric Hassli, Stephen Keel and Michel. Returning fan favorites will also be on the pitch, like captain David Ferreira, George John and Zach Loyd.

Don’t leave at the final whistle - after the match is a free fireworks show to celebrate the return of soccer. DJ Sober will also perform a live set after the match.

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