Rayados is set for a crucial week ahead as they face tough challenges in the Concacaf Champions Cup and Liga MX. The team will be taking on Inter Miami in the quarterfinals of the Concachampions and then facing off against Tigres in the Clásico Regio 135. These two matches are not only important due to the rivals and instances but also for the long-awaited reunion with the fans.
If all goes according to plan, this will be the first time since the opening of the BBVA Stadium in 2015 that Rayados will play two consecutive games in front of a full house. This is a significant development considering the distance that had grown between the club and its fans since the heartbreaking loss in the Apertura 2017 Final against Tigres. Now, Rayados are eager to heal that wound and once again fill the BBVA Stadium with their passionate supporters.
The match against Inter Miami has already been announced as a sell-out, with the added incentive of stars like Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez, Jordi Alba, and Sergi Busquets possibly featuring for the American team. Meanwhile, the Clásico Regio is also expected to draw a massive crowd, with tickets in high demand since the championship loss to Tigres in 2017.
Rayados fans have always been known for their loyalty to the team, consistently filling the stands at the BBVA Stadium. The Clásico Regio has been a particularly popular fixture, along with key matches like the First Leg Final against América in 2017 and the upcoming showdown with Inter Miami. Despite fluctuations in attendance, the club has made efforts to bring back fans, including promotions and discounts on tickets.
In the first half of 2024, Rayados have seen a resurgence in stadium attendance, with over 337,000 fans already attending Liga MX matches at the BBVA Stadium. This can be attributed to the club’s efforts to entice fans back to the stadium with various promotions and offers. Despite challenges in recent years, such as the cancellation of the Clausura 2020 tournament due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Rayados have managed to increase their season ticket sales and draw more fans to the stadium.
As a token of appreciation, the 30,000 Monterrey subscribers were given a free ticket for the match against Inter Miami. Tickets for the game sold out within minutes, with prices ranging from 1,800 pesos to 5,300 pesos. Fans are eagerly anticipating the upcoming Clásico Regio 135, with tickets expected to be in high demand. It seems that Rayados are on track to once again pack the BBVA Stadium and create an electrifying atmosphere for their upcoming matches.