Fans to Play Major Role in Game vs. Tottenham on July 31

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HARRISON, NJ (July 27, 2012) – When the New York Red Bulls host England’s Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday, July 31 at Red Bull Arena in the Barclays New York Cup Powered by Under Armour, some of the club’s most loyal fans will be included in a variety of unique ways into the event.

On the field and during the game, the names of over 600 Red Bulls full season ticket holders will be included in the fabric of the digits on the back of the jerseys worn by Red Bulls players, signifying the 12th man on the pitch. By opting in to this unique offer and allowing their names to be used to make up the uniform numbers, these fans will also be automatically entered to win a signed game worn jersey.

To get a close-up look of the numbers that will be used on Tuesday evening, please visit www.newyorkredbulls.com/fansinthenumbers. Please feel free to contact the Red Bulls Communications Department for additional images.

During the game, two lucky winners of a fan promotion that ran on newyorkredbulls.com will have the opportunity to announce the game from a radio booth up high in the stadium, showcasing their broadcasting abilities. The best clips of their performance will be shown on New York Red Bulls digital platforms following the match.

Additionally, select Red Bulls full season ticket holders and representatives of each one of the South Ward supporters clubs (Empire Supporters Club, Garden State Supporters and Viking Army Supporters Club) will be taking part in pre and post match ceremonies, including the medal presentation following the match.