Hell is Real

Bring the heat as we face our fiercest rival, Columbus Crew. Named after the iconic "Hell is Real" billboard on the route between our two cities, The Hell is Real Derby is ingrained with intensity and tradition. Don't miss the electric atmosphere as we battle The Crew for the state of Ohio.

Matchday
Matchday

Pre-Match at the Park

Join us before the match from 4–6:30 pm at Washington Park and stick around for the March in the Park at 6:30 pm as The Bailey head to TQL Stadium!

Embrace the rivalry:

  • Aim for the target at our axe-throwing station.
  • Cheer on FCC fans as they compete against Crew fans in a spicy wing-eating challenge.
  • Stop by the merch stand and pick out a new FCC shirt for our Orange Out.

Enjoy live entertainment from:

Visit with local organizations:

  • Cincinnati Fire Museum
  • Tri-State Chevy
  • Ohio 529 CollegeAdvantage
  • The Cure Starts Now
  • Pig Works
  • Engine 29 Fire Truck

In-Stadium

Join us inside TQL Stadium for the Hell is Real rivalry match, presented by First Financial Bank!

  • 🔶 Wear Orange to the match!
  • Stop by the Carl and Martha Lindner Plaza on your way into the match for a Hell is Real photo opportunity.
  • As you enter the gates, pick up your Hell is Real rally towel.

Pre-match Rituals

  • Join us before kickoff for our pre-match rituals, including the Game Ball Delivery presented by TQL and sword pull.

During the Match

  • Stop by the gaming station at The Corner Kick above section 132.
Fiery Concessions
Fiery Concessions

Throughout the stadium, fans can enjoy special food and drink options to fit the Hell is Real theme, including on the concourse:

  • Gomez Salsa (Section 106) – Chicken Diablo Turtle
  • Seven Hills Grill (Section 112) – Beer Battered Cheese Curds with habenero ranch; Hell is Real Burger
  • Skyline Chili (Section 128) - Hot Mett and Habanero Cheese Coney options
  • LaRosa's Pizzeria (Sections 103 and 129) - Hell is Real pizza slice topped with pepperoni, spicy sausage, and jalapeños, served with a hot honey packet.

Other offerings, not at specific locations:

  • At all Popcorn locations, add Hot Jalapeño seasoning at no extra charge

In First Financial Club, try out:

  • The Guac to Hell Burger
  • Hot Chicken Sandwich
Promotions
Promotions
🔶 Orange Out 🔶

🔶 Orange Out 🔶

We want TQL Stadium to be flooded with orange as FC Cincinnati battles in the Hell is Real Derby. Stop by the OTR Team Store leading up to the match or the TQL Stadium Team Store during matchday and show Columbus who rules Ohio!

Hell is Real yard signs

Hell is Real yard signs

Get loud and show that you’re ALL IN with us as we take on the Crew for the state of Ohio. Starting Monday, June 30, stop by one of 11 participating First Financial Bank locations during business hours to pick up a FREE Hell is Real yard sign while supplies last. You do not need to be a First Financial Bank client to pick up a sign!

Exclusive Merchandise
Exclusive Merchandise

Item of the Match - Hell is Real scarf

Represent the best soccer team in Ohio by picking up an exclusive 2025 Hell is Real scarf! Available now at the OTR Team Store or the TQL Stadium Team Store on matchdays.

The Rivarly
The Rivarly
Go behind the scenes at the Hell is Real matchup in May
Go behind the scenes at the Hell is Real matchup in May
Community Partner of the Match

The Cure Starts Now

The Cure Starts Now Foundation represents something different as it is not just about fighting one cancer but the elimination of cancer as a whole. Our funding of research and support exceeded $34,000,000 in 2024 in collaboration with our partners, making The Cure Starts Now the #1 Children’s Cancer Foundation in the Tri-State. Thank you Cincinnati for all your loyal support for over 18 years.