Baltimore Hosts Big Soccer Match at M&T Bank Stadium

Road closures and traffic modifications planned for D.C. United vs Inter Miami CF game

Published on Mar. 7, 2026

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M&T Bank Stadium in downtown Baltimore is hosting a big soccer match between D.C. United and Inter Miami CF on Saturday. The game is expected to draw large crowds, prompting road closures and traffic modifications around the stadium. City leaders and soccer fans are excited to showcase Baltimore as a sports and entertainment destination.

Why it matters

Hosting high-profile sporting events like this soccer match helps raise Baltimore's profile as a vibrant city that can accommodate major events. It also provides an economic boost to local businesses and showcases the city's transportation infrastructure and public transit options.

The details

D.C. United chose to host the game in Baltimore due to the larger capacity of M&T Bank Stadium compared to their home venue. The game will feature a fan fest outside the stadium with food, music, and a performance by D.C. rapper Wale at halftime. The Baltimore City Department of Transportation has announced several road closures and traffic modifications around the stadium to help manage the influx of fans.

  • The soccer match kicks off at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 8, 2026.
  • Traffic modifications will take effect around 11:30 a.m. on game day.
  • Road closures and special traffic patterns will be in place before and after the start of the second half.

The players

D.C. United

A professional soccer team that plays in Major League Soccer (MLS).

Inter Miami CF

A professional soccer team that plays in Major League Soccer (MLS).

M&T Bank Stadium

The home stadium of the Baltimore Ravens NFL team, located in downtown Baltimore.

Brandon Scott

The Mayor of Baltimore.

Brayan Ruiz

The communications manager for D.C. United.

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What they’re saying

“It's really amazing to be able to bring the fans of Baltimore — which has such a rich soccer history — a game of this magnitude: The defending MLS champions Miami, and D.C. United, one of the highly and most coveted teams in the MLS with so many trophies. It's going to be a great experience for everybody.”

— Brayan Ruiz, D.C. United Communications Manager (WBAL-TV 11 News)

“What better way to showcase again that Baltimore is a sports and entertainment destination, and that any and everybody who's looking to have a major event should be thinking about the city of Baltimore. Everything's better in Baltimore, including soccer.”

— Brandon Scott, Baltimore Mayor (WBAL-TV 11 News)

What’s next

The Baltimore City Department of Transportation will closely monitor traffic and transportation around the stadium during the game and make adjustments as needed to ensure the smooth flow of fans and vehicles.

The takeaway

This high-profile soccer match demonstrates Baltimore's ability to host major sporting events and attract fans from across the region. The city's investment in its transportation infrastructure and public transit options will be on full display as it works to accommodate the influx of spectators.