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Mar 19, 2024

Manchester city return to usa for 2024/25 pre-season tour.

The four-match tour will be delivered in collaboration with FC Series, a showcase for international clubs with matches across the US.

City will begin their pre-season campaign against Scottish Premier League champions Celtic on 23 July at Kenan Stadium, Chapel Hill. The fixture will be the first time the two teams have come head-to-head since the Champions League group stages in 2016.

New York’s iconic Yankee Stadium will play host to Manchester City’s men’s team as they travel to face AC Milan on 27 July 2024. The event marks 10 years since the two sides last met, with the previous fixture taking place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on the same date during City’s 2014 pre-season tour.

Over the same weekend, fans will also be able to see City’s sister club, New York City FC in action on 28 July 2024 as they take on Querétaro FC in the Leagues Cup.

Pep Guardiola’s side then head to Florida, to face his former club Barcelona at the Camping World Stadium, Orlando on 30 July 2024, before travelling to Columbus, Ohio for their final fixture.

Taking place at the historic Ohio Stadium, with a capacity of over 100,000, City will compete against fellow Premier League side Chelsea on Saturday 3 August 2024.

Peter Laundy, Senior Vice President Partnerships at City Football Group, said: “We are pleased to announce the details of our 2024/25 preseason tour today as we prepare to return to America with an exciting four-match series delivered in collaboration with FC Series this summer.

“Our 2022 pre-season visit to the United States was hugely successful, including our sell-out fixture at Lambeau Field, Green Bay and the Club’s presence, fan base and status continues to grow significantly within the region. 

“We can’t wait to play more matches, deliver more unique experiences and opportunities for our fans across the country to enjoy with Manchester City when we return later this year.”

“We are proud and excited to present the US tour for the World Champions as part of the FC Series this summer,” said FC Series CEO Ricardo Villar. “We cannot wait to bring this incredible lineup of matches to fans across the nation and viewers all over the globe.”

Tickets for all matches will go on sale on Wednesday, March 27 at 2:00 p.m. UK time.  Fans can sign up for an exclusive 24-hour presale at FCSeries.com.

About Manchester City Football Club:  ​ ​

Manchester City FC was initially founded in 1880 as St Mark’s West Gorton and officially became Manchester City FC in 1894. Situated on the wider Etihad Campus, the Club’s footprint includes the 53,500 capacity Etihad Stadium, the 7,000 capacity Joie Stadium and City Football Academy, a state-of-the-art performance, training and youth development facility home to the Club’s men’s, women’s and academy teams.  ​ ​

Ranked as the Most Valuable Football Club Brand in the world by Brand Finance, Manchester City FC is currently developing a best-in-class fan experience and year-round entertainment and leisure destination at the Etihad Campus. The Club is committed to operating in a sustainable and socially responsible manner and ensures that equality, diversity and inclusion is embedded into its decision-making processes, culture and practices.  ​ ​

For more information, please visit  www.mancity.com

About FC Series

The FC Series is a global platform that combines sports, music and entertainment. Previously known as the Florida Cup, the largest annual international soccer event in the Sunshine State, the event expanded to the FC Series to feature matches across the United States. The FC Series is managed by Florida Citrus Sports, the Orlando-based nonprofit known for its world-class events, including the Cheez-it Citrus Bowl, the Pop Tarts Bowl, the Florida Blue Florida Classic, the FC Series and the Camping World Kickoff. In 2023, the event was broadcast live to over 100 countries. Across social networks, content posted by official event pages and shared worldwide reached over 100 million people. For more information on the FC Series, visit FCSeries.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.

FC Series History

In 2022, the Florida Cup tournament expanded to a nationwide event. Matches included Chelsea vs. Club America in Las Vegas, Arsenal vs. Orlando City in Orlando, Chelsea vs. Charlotte FC in Charlotte and Arsenal vs. Chelsea in Orlando.

In 2023, the FC Series featured Chelsea vs. Wrexham in the first international soccer match at Kenan Stadium on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Under its Florida Cup brand, the event also hosted Real Madrid vs. Juventus in Orlando, part of the Soccer Champions Tour.

Earlier this year, the FC Series presented CR Flamengo's US preseason tour, including matches vs. MLS sides Philadelphia Union in St. Petersburg, Fla., and Orlando City in Orlando.

Man City 2024 USA tour fixtures confirmed with four glamour opponents including Barcelona

Manchester City will play Chelsea and Barcelona as part of four friendlies announced in the USA for their 2024/25 pre-season tour.

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Pep Guardiola will be reunited with Barcelona in the summer, with four pre-season fixtures announced as part of Manchester City's 2024/25 summer tour.

City will potentially play in front of around 250,000 fans across four fixtures in July and August, taking place in North Carolina, New York, Orlando and Ohio. Last month, MEN Sport revealed City's plans to tour America for the second time in three years, with the club now confirming four fixtures across 12 days.

In 2025, City will be back in the USA for the newly-revamped Club World Cup, qualifying for that tournament having won the Champions League last season. The club enjoyed a lucrative tour to Houston and Green Bay in 2022 as Erling Haaland made his first appearance for the club, before earning around £15m from their tour of Japan and South Korea last summer.

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Who will City play?

Kicking off this summer's tour in Chapel Hill, North Carolina on July 23, City will take on Scottish giants Celtic at the 50,000-capacity Kenan Stadium. After that, the Blues travel to New York, where they will face AC Milan at the iconic Yankee Stadium on July 27.

Sister club New York City FC have played fixtures there since 2015, as they wait for a bespoke stadium to be built, and the MLS side will play a game the following day at the same venue. City played at the Yankee Stadium 10 years ago against Liverpool .

Three days later on July 30, the Blues fly down to Orlando, Florida, to take on Guardiola's old side Barcelona. While they could still meet in the Champions League final, the summer contest could be the first meeting between the sides since a mid-season friendly in August 2022 at the Nou Camp. The fixture will see Guardiola reunited with his old side, and City players facing former captain Ilkay Gundogan.

Joao Cancelo is currently on loan at Barcelona and has expressed a desire to remain there next season. Last summer, he played for City against Bayern Munich in Tokyo having spent the second half of the 2022/23 season on loan at Bayern. He is under contract at the Etihad until 2027.

Finally, City will travel to Columbus, Ohio to take on Chelsea at the 100,000-capacity Ohio Stadium. That clash with this season's FA Cup semi-final opponents will be played on August 3, before the Blues return to the UK. They will hope to play in the Community Shield, which is likely to take place a week later on August 10, before the Premier League season begins on the weekend of August 17.

Why are City going back to the USA?

Peter Laundy, Senior Vice President Partnerships at City Football Group, said: “We are pleased to announce the details of our 2024/25 preseason tour today as we prepare to return to America with an exciting four-match series delivered in collaboration with FC Series this summer.

“Our 2022 pre-season visit to the United States was hugely successful, including our sell-out fixture at Lambeau Field, Green Bay and the Club’s presence, fan base and status continues to grow significantly within the region. We can’t wait to play more matches, deliver more unique experiences and opportunities for our fans across the country to enjoy with Manchester City when we return later this year.”

What about the Club World Cup next year?

City qualified for the new-look 2025 Club World Cup in the USA by winning the 2023 Champions League. The new-look tournament will be a 32-team edition mirroring the FIFA World Cup.

They will be in the states for that tournament, which takes place between June 15 and July 13. No venues or schedules have been announced yet, although City know they could face Real Madrid, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, PSG, Inter Milan, Juventus or Borussia Dortmund among others. Urawa Red Diamonds and Fluminense, who City beat to win the 2023 Club World Cup, are also among the 22 sides already qualified.

How to watch the US tour games and how to get tickets?

City will show all the games on City+, subject to certain restrictions, as well as live coverage of press conferences and training sessions. They will also produce their regular Matchday Live shows on the tours. Tickets for the games will be announced in due course.

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By laura graves | jul 20, 2022.

Manchester City have finally kicked off their pre-season tour in the US. They boarded the jet on Saturday looking refreshed ahead of the new season.

The pre-season tour will feature friendlies against Club America and Bayern Munich. If there is anything we have learnt about Pep and how he leads his band of blues, we know that friendly or not, they will aim to demolish the opposition.

Blues across the lands will be buzzing to see new City signings Erling Haaland, Kalvin Phillips, Julian Alvarez, and Stefan Ortega Moreno, in debut action on foreign soil.

The first on field battle of the pre-season tour will be against Club America at the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Wednesday 20th July and kicking off at 19:30 (locally), 01:30 (BST).

A few days later, Manchester City face Bayern Munich at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin with a kick off time of 18:00 (locally), 00:00 (BTS).

Since touching down in the States, Manchester City stars have been to PR events as well as training hard in the extreme southern heat.

How much do you know about Club America? They are not American, but Latin American. One of Mexico’s most successful teams with plenty of domestic titles and cups.

Winning both their domestic title and cup 13 times, and the Copa Mexico 6 times, with their most recent in 2019. They have also achieved international success, winning 10 international titles, which is a continental record.

Just days ago, Club America faced Chelsea in a pre-season friendly, with Chelsea securing a late win through Mason Mount.

Timo Werner had opened the scoring to put Chelsea ahead, until a Reece James own goal put Club America level. A game in which new signing of ex-City star, Raheem Sterling did not feature.

Club America are currently mid-season, their recent form has been unpredictable with 3 losses, 2 wins and a draw.

When they face the blues, they won’t be facing Foden, Stones, Gundogan and Laporte, with them not joining City’s US pre-season tour.

City fans hope however, that they will be facing new signings Haaland, Alvarez, Phillips, and Ortega. With the latest recruits set to make their debut.

Some of the usual stars, such as De Bruyne, Grealish and Walker are expected within the starting line-up. Though, the youngsters will be hoping they get to join in on the action and use the opportunity to impress the boss ahead of the new season.

The preseason tour 26-man squad includes: Kyle Walker, Ruben Dias, Nathan Ake, Joao Cancelo, Rodri, Kalvin Phillips, Kevin De Bruyne, Scott Carson, Ederson, Ortega, Jack Grealish, Bernardo Silva, Riyad Mahrez, Erling Haaland, Julian Alvarez, Cole Palmer, James McAtee, Liam Delap, Kayky, Luke Mbete, Josh Wilson-Esbrand, Oscar Bobb, Rico Lewis, Finley Burns and Ben Knight.

With Zinchenko who is no longer a City player after exiting the camp and heading to Arsenal to sign his new contract to reunite with Jesus and Arteta.

My predicted starting 11: Ederson; Walker, Dias, Ake, Cancelo, Phillips, De Bruyne, Bernardo, Grealish, Haaland, Mahrez.

Who knows, perhaps Pep will go for a more youthful looking team. Perhaps he will go straight with Rodri. What would your starting 11 be?

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As the 2023-24 season heads into its stretch run, Premier League clubs have already begun to turn their attention to preseason plans and preparations for the 2024-25 campaign.

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Liverpool , Manchester United and Arsenal have announced they will be doing their preseason touring in the United States while playing a series of head-to-head fixtures against one another. July 31, in Philadelphia, will be the first time that Liverpool and Man United have met in the USA since 2018, when they played in front of 101,000 fans at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor.

Manchester City and Chelsea have each announced they will participate in the Soccer Champions Tour, which will be played in six cities in the USA this summer, alongside Real Madrid, Barcelona and AC Milan. Man City will face AC Milan and Barcelona in the first two games of the collection, and Chelsea will close it out against Real Madrid. Both teams will also have other friendlies across the USA.

Aston Villa have also announced they will be returning to the United States this summer, with a friendly against reigning MLS Cup champions Columbus Crew set for July 27.

We will update the list below when Premier League clubs announces their 2024-25 preseason fixtures in the coming weeks and months.

Which Premier League clubs are coming to USA for preseason in 2024 (so far)?

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Premier League clubs’ summer 2024 preseason fixtures in USA

Arsenal vs Manchester United — July 27 - SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles, California

Arsenal vs Liverpool — July 31 - Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Aston Villa

Aston Villa vs Columbus Crew — July 27 - Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio

Chelsea vs Wrexham — July 24 — Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California Chelsea vs Celtic — July 27 — Notre Dame Stadium, South Bend, Indiana Chelsea vs Club America — July 31 — Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia Chelsea vs Manchester City — August 3 — Ohio Stadium, Columbus, Ohio Chelsea vs Real Madrid — Aug. 6 - Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North Carolina

Liverpool vs Real Betis — July 26 - Acrisure Stadium, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Liverpool vs Arsenal — July 31 - Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Liverpool vs Manchester United — Aug. 3 - Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, South Carolina

Manchester City

Manchester City vs Celtic — July 23 — Kenan Stadium, Chapel Hill, North Carolina Manchester City vs AC Milan — July 27 - Yankee Stadium, New York City Manchester City vs Barcelona — July 30 - Camping World Stadium, Orlando, Florida Manchester City vs Chelsea — August 3 — Ohio Stadium, Columbus, Ohio

Manchester United

Manchester United vs Arsenal — July 27 - SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles, California Manchester United vs Real Betis — July 31 — Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, California Manchester United vs Liverpool — Aug. 3 - Williams-Brice Stadium, Columbia, South Carolina

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Manchester City to bring treble trophies to US, dates revealed

by Martina Alcheva July 07, 2023

This past season, Manchester City won the Premier League , the FA Cup , and the UEFA Champions League . Now, the Sky Blues announced plans for a “Treble Trophy Tour” to commemorate the achievement. Thanks to the fans’ votes, these accomplishments will be brought to supporters in more nations than ever before.

From Dec. 1 to Dec. 10, Manchester City will visit the United States, bringing all of its trophies along for the ride. They will make stops in Washington, DC, New York City, and San Francisco. The tour schedule for each city comes out later.

Fans will be able to view the trophies and take part in a variety of events. For example, attendees can watch matches, meet club legends and see Official Supporter Club branches and Cityzens Giving initiatives.

Which other countries will see the Manchester City treble trophies?

City kicks off this year’s trip in Manchester, where they will interact with the local community.

Then, City travels to Japan and Korea for a preseason tour in Asia. Afterward, the Manchester City treble trophies go to countries in Europe, South and North America, Asia and Australia.

City makes official statement confirming Treble Tour

“The 2023/24 season was a historic and unprecedented year for Manchester City, with many special moments and memories made for the club and our fans”, CEO of City Football Group’s marketing department Nuria Tarre said.

“Celebrating our success with our fans has always been of huge importance for Manchester City but even more so as we look to continue to recognise the unique achievements and success we have enjoyed over the last year.

“By bringing the trophies to more global destinations than ever before, as well as offering fans the opportunity to have more access to see the trophies up close in Manchester we hope many people can relive the amazing moments we have all experienced together.”

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Manchester City USA Tour 2024: Exhilarating Soccer Matches Await

Manchester City will be touring the USA in 2024. The tour will feature matches and promotional events.

In 2024, Manchester City is set to embark on a highly anticipated tour across the United States. This tour presents an exciting opportunity for American fans to see their favorite Premier League team in action and engage with the club through various promotional activities.

With matches scheduled in different cities, the tour aims to spread the love for football and strengthen the team’s global presence. As one of the top teams in the world, Manchester City’s visit is expected to be a major highlight for football enthusiasts across the US. The tour promises to be a thrilling experience and a significant step towards connecting with the American fan base.

Manchester City Usa Tour 2024

Get ready for the Manchester City USA Tour 2024 , set to feature exhilarating soccer matches at various venues across the United States. The tour, taking place in the summer, will see Manchester City face off against top teams, providing fans with an unforgettable experience. The dates and venues for the matches will be announced soon, allowing soccer enthusiasts to plan their attendance. This tour holds historical significance as it marks another milestone in the global expansion of soccer and the growing popularity of the sport in the USA. Stay tuned for updates on the tour schedule and prepare to witness intense soccer action as Manchester City takes on formidable opponents.

Match Schedule And Highlights

The match schedule and highlights for Manchester City’s USA Tour 2024 promise an exciting display of top-tier football across various cities. The tour includes matches in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, and Chicago , offering fans from diverse regions the opportunity to witness the team in action. Each match location holds significant relevance to the club’s growing global fanbase and commercial appeal .

The significance of each match location extends beyond the game itself, with strategic partnerships with local organizations and initiatives to engage with the community. Notable past matches in the USA further underscore the strong bond between Manchester City and American supporters , creating an atmosphere of anticipation for the upcoming fixtures.

Experience Beyond The Game

Experience beyond the game with Manchester City’s 2024 USA tour. Join fan events and meet-and-greets to interact with your favorite players up close. Take part in youth soccer clinics where you can refine your skills and learn from the best. Be part of cultural exchanges that go beyond the pitch, making a positive impact in the community. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of something truly special with Manchester City in 2024.

Tickets And Exclusive Packages

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Manchester City USA Tour 2024 with exclusive tickets and packages! Take advantage of the early bird specials and discounts to secure your spot and save on your booking. The VIP experiences offer a range of premium perks, including meet and greet opportunities, prime seating, and access to exclusive events. For those seeking assistance, various accessibility and accommodation options are available to ensure all fans can enjoy the excitement of the tour. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an incredible journey with Manchester City!

Pre-match Festivities

Manchester City USA Tour 2024 is an event filled with exciting pre-match festivities . Fans gather to experience tailgating traditions and indulge in local flavors . The event features designated fan zones with interactive activities, providing an immersive experience for attendees. Additionally, celebrity appearances and live performances add to the electric atmosphere, enhancing the overall event experience.

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Team Preparations

Manchester City is gearing up for their USA Tour 2024. The team is focused on intense training sessions , which will be open to the public, allowing fans a closer look at their favorite players in action. Additionally, fans can look forward to exclusive interviews with players and coaching staff, providing insights into the team’s mindset and approach. Moreover, the tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at the team’s strategy, giving fans a unique perspective on the preparation and tactics involved. With these elements in place, the stage is set for an exciting and engaging experience for both the team and their supporters.

In-game Entertainment

Attendees of the Manchester City USA Tour 2024 can anticipate unforgettable in-game entertainment experiences. The half-time shows and special presentations are sure to captivate fans, providing an enhanced atmosphere within the stadium. Furthermore, technological advancements will elevate the overall experience, offering unique in-stadium fan interactions. These innovative enhancements will create an electric environment, solidifying the tour as a must-see event.

Merchandise And Memorabilia

Get ready to elevate your Manchester City fan status with limited edition gear exclusively available during the USA tour. Showcasing a collaboration with local brands and artists, the merchandise lineup features unique designs that capture the essence of each tour location. From stylish apparel to collectible memorabilia, fans can expect a diverse range of products that commemorate this special event.

Official merchandise stores will be strategically located in key tour destinations, providing fans with convenient access to exclusive items. Keep an eye out for these locations to secure your piece of Manchester City history and make sure to grab your favorites before they’re gone!

Media Coverage And Broadcasting

Watch the matches live : Fans can catch the action on various platforms such as the team’s official website, major sports networks, and streaming services. Check local listings for specific channels and schedules.

Special feature programs and documentaries : Stay tuned for exclusive behind-the-scenes content and in-depth analysis of the team’s journey during the USA tour. Access bonus footage and interviews with players and staff.

Social media interactive sessions with fans : Engage with the team and other fans through interactive Q&A sessions, live updates, and exclusive content on social media platforms. Get the latest updates and interact directly with the team.

Frequently Asked Questions On Manchester City Usa Tour 2024

What are the dates for manchester city’s usa tour in 2024.

The tour dates are yet to be announced, but keep an eye out for updates on the official Manchester City website and social media channels. The tour typically takes place in the summer months, offering fans in the USA the chance to see the team in action.

Will Manchester City Be Playing In Multiple Cities During The Usa Tour?

Yes, historically, Manchester City has played matches in multiple cities during their USA tours. This gives fans across the country the opportunity to see the team in person. Keep an eye on the official schedule for announcements regarding which cities will be included in the 2024 tour.

How Can I Get Tickets For Manchester City’s Usa Tour Matches?

Ticket information for the USA tour typically becomes available closer to the tour dates. Stay tuned to the official Manchester City website and social media channels for ticket sale announcements, including details on how and where to purchase tickets for the matches.

Manchester City’s USA Tour 2024 promises an exciting opportunity for fans to witness top-tier soccer action. With matches scheduled in diverse cities across America, the tour is set to build excitement and unite fans from across the globe. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience world-class football in your own backyard.

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Celtic FC take on Man City and Chelsea in USA summer tour

Celtic FC will take on two Premier League teams and a US team as part of their USA summer tour. The Hoops will play Manchester City, Chelsea, and DC United in a series of friendlies when they head Stateside in July.

The Scottish champions will square off against Pep Guardiola's superstars and Mauricio Pochettino's side, who currently sit third and ninth respectively on the Premier League table, in a blockbuster pre-season trip.

Brendan Rodgers and his squad's clash with City will take place on July 23 at the Kenan Stadium, Chapel Hill. It will be the first meeting of the sides since going head to head in the Champions League back in 2016.

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The showdown with Chelsea is four days later on July 27 at the iconic Notre Dame Stadium in the city of South Bend in the farewell match of the US trip .

The opening game of the tour will be against DC United at Audi Field on July 20 in Washington . On facing the MLS side, Captain Callum McGregor said: “We are delighted to be meeting DC United. It'll be a great sporting occasion.

"Celtic has enjoyed a number of great visits to the United States previously to play both European and MLS teams and I am sure this summer we will enjoy another successful visit. We are really grateful to have such a strong fanbase in the States and it is great that these matches will give our fans a chance to see us in action again.”

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US international and Celtic defender Cameron Carter-Vickers added: "Everyone at Celtic is really looking forward to our summer visit to the US and of course myself as a US national player, I can't wait.

"We have some great matches lined up at brilliant venues and of course our match with Manchester City will be bringing together two of the biggest names in the game.

"We are fortunate at Celtic to have such a global reach and we hope as many supporters as possible can attend the match in North Carolina - and of course we will be doing our very best to put on a great show for the fans."

Celtic is based in Glasgow, Scotland. The team competes in the Scottish Premiership, the top division of Scottish football. The club was founded in 1888 to alleviate poverty in the Irish–Scots population in Glasgow's East End.

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Charging elephant kills an American woman on 'bucket list trip' in Zambia

An American woman who was on what she had called her "last big trip" was killed when a charging elephant flipped over the car she was traveling in at a national park in Zambia .

The “aggressive” creature buffeted the vehicle carrying six tourists and a guide, tour operator Wilderness said in a statement Tuesday. It said the 79-year-old victim died after Saturday's incident on a game drive at the Kafue National Park in western Zambia.

The company did not name the victim but Rona Wells, her daughter, identified her as Gail Mattson in a post on Facebook. She said her mother died in a “tragic accident while on her dream adventure.”

A video circulating on social media apparently showing the incident shows a large elephant running toward a car, which slows down as the animal approaches its left side. The elephant then flips the vehicle over and the passengers can be heard gasping as the car rolls over.

NBC News does not know the condition or identity of the person who filmed the video.

Photos shared online of the car, which is emblazoned with the logo of the tour operator, show it tipped onto its side after the incident, with a deep dent in two of its side doors.

Wilderness, which describes itself as a “leading conservation and hospitality company” operating in eight African countries, including Zambia, did not respond to NBC News when asked to confirm the authenticity of the video and the photos.

But the tour operator’s CEO, Keith Vincent, said in the statement that the company’s “guides are all extremely well trained and experienced.”

"Sadly in this instance the terrain and vegetation was such that the guide’s route became blocked and he could not move the vehicle out of harm’s way quickly enough,” he added.

Another woman was also injured in the incident and taken to a medical facility in South Africa, the Wilderness statement said, adding that four others were treated for minor injuries.

“It’s extremely rare to see an elephant that irate,” Marlon du Toit, a wildlife photographer and safari guide, told the “TODAY” show Thursday. “Across Africa, there are thousands and thousands of guests on safari on a daily basis with no negative consequences.”

The exact cause of Mattson’s death was unclear, but the company said her body would be repatriated to her family in the United States with the support of local Zambian authorities and the U.S. Embassy in the capital, Lusaka.

“This is a tragic event and we extend our deepest condolences to the family of the guest who died,” the statement added.

NBC News has reached out to Mattson's family for further comment.

Kafue National Park is Zambia’s largest and oldest national park, according to its website, and spans an area of more than 8,000 square miles. Vast regions of the park remain unexplored and the website says it is home to a variety of untamed wildlife.

A 'bucket list trip'

Mattson spent her winters in Sun City West, Arizona, playing bridge and cards, but during the rest of the year, she "travels all over the world," her friend Brenda Biggs told NBC News. Biggs and her husband, John Longabauth, became friends with Mattson when they moved to the area 6 ½ years ago.

Longabauth said Mattson spoke to the couple about her upcoming safari trip about two weeks ago, and called it "one of her bucket list trips." He said she was very excited for the adventure.

Before she left, she gave the couple concert tickets for a show that would happen while she was traveling, telling them to enjoy the concert and "I'll see you when I get back," Longabauth recalled of the conversation.

Biggs said Mattson, who was almost 80 years old, told her that the African safari was her "my last big trip." She said Mattson was "super excited because it was like the culmination of all the trips that she had gone on."

An avid traveler, Mattson took to trips to Europe and Asia, Longabauth recalled, noting that she might have been to South America, too.

Biggs called her friend "flamboyant," "friendly" and "fabulous" and said she loved bright colors. Mattson had taken over Biggs’ job as the event planner for their 200-member bridge club, she said.

"Gail was one of the more up people you'd ever want to meet," Longabauth said. "She was always up. She was always optimistic. She was always seeing the good side of everybody."

Yuliya Talmazan is a reporter for NBC News Digital, based in London.

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How One Family Lost $900,000 in a Timeshare Scam

A mexican drug cartel is targeting seniors and their timeshares..

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Warning: this episode contains descriptions of violence.

A massive scam targeting older Americans who own timeshare properties has resulted in hundreds of millions of dollars sent to Mexico.

Maria Abi-Habib, an investigative correspondent for The Times, tells the story of a victim who lost everything, and of the criminal group making the scam calls — Jalisco New Generation, one of Mexico’s most violent cartels.

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Maria Abi-Habib , an investigative correspondent for The New York Times based in Mexico City.

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How a brutal Mexican drug cartel came to target seniors and their timeshares .

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