New York City FC has confirmed a new strategic partnership with Gaming and Entertainment venue, Mohegan Sun.

Together, NYCFC and Mohegan Sun aims to bring fans new and enhanced money-can’t-buy experiences both at home games and at select club events throughout the 2019 season.

The partnership, which will see Mohegan Sun become the first-ever presenting partner of NYCFC’s on-field pen pass area, aims to prioritise the fan experience top of mind.

This exclusive area – located on the pitch at Yankee Stadium – gives fans a pre-game VIP experience where they can watch NYCFC first team players warmup from just feet away.

Ray Pineault, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun commented: “Mohegan Sun is excited to welcome NYCFC into our family of Momentum Partners. Offering our guests fresh, unique experiences is our goal. The program we have put in place with NYCFC – one of the U.S.’s top sports and entertainment brands – delivers on that promise.”

Mohegan Sun will also have a presence at two exclusive NYCFC events, helping fans connect with their favourite team beyond Stadium walls.

In addition, Mohegan Sun Momentum Rewards program members at all levels will have the opportunity to participate in exclusive experiences and NYCFC ticket offers for the 2019 season.

NYCFC recently announced its unique activation with Degree Deodorant, as the Rockefeller Center will once again host the annual 24-Hour Game.

The activation will once again see 700+ New Yorkers descend on the on the iconic Plaza to take part and have the opportunity to be coached by NYCFC players and Head Coach Domènec Torrent in the middle of Manhattan.

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