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Video: Gene Smith, Kwame Bryan and Andy Loughnane Discuss What Bringing International Soccer to Ohio Stadium Means

With an idea to bring international soccer to Ohio Stadium, some of the biggest names in Columbus sports put their heads together to make it happen. In July, a lengthy process is set to come to a close.

"We started this journey about 15 months ago, reached out to RelEvent Sports for the concept of hosting an international game here at historic Ohio Stadium," Ohio State Associate Director of Athletics Shaun Richard said. "It'll be the first time that international soccer is played here at this historic stadium."

Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are set to take to a newly constructed grass pitch at Ohio Stadium July 27 for a 7:30 p.