City Welcome Michelob ULTRA 'Superior Call Up' Winner
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee – Auckland City FC Welcomes Michelob ULTRA 'Superior Call Up' Winner Judah Negron.
Auckland City FC is proud to welcome Judah Negron, winner of the Michelob ULTRA 'Superior Call Up' contest, to the club's Team Base Camp in Chattanooga, Tennessee for the FIFA Club World Cup USA 2025™.
Despite a difficult result against Bayern Munich in their opening match, the mood in camp remains upbeat—and Judah's arrival has provided a timely lift.
Hailing from North Dakota, Negron has been a long time loyal supporter of the Navy Blues and has a deep connection to the team making him a fitting recipient of this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
As part of his prize, Judah will enjoy unprecedented insider access to Auckland City FC's tournament campaign.
He will join the team at training sessions, travel on the team bus, and be embedded in the squad environment—including locker room access and pitch-side moments—throughout the competition.
Negron arrived in Chattanooga on Friday and expressed his excitement at joining the Auckland City FC family as they prepare to face Bayern Munich, SL Benfica and Boca Juniors—the giants of Europe and South America—on the global stage.
This whole experience has been incredible so far,' Negron said. 'Thanks to Michelob ULTRA, I've been able to fulfil a lifelong dream by joining Auckland City FC at the Club World Cup.
'Being welcomed by the team and seeing what goes on behind the scenes has been unforgettable – I'll never forget it.'
Judah was officially welcomed to the team hotel by General Manager Gordon Watson, club captain Mario Ilich, senior players Dylan Manickum, Regont Murati, Angus Kilkolly, and Adam Mitchell, board member Colin Cook, and kit manager Keith Coton. The team presented him with a signed Auckland City FC jersey featuring the Michelob ULTRA branding across the front.
'We're thrilled to welcome Judah into the Auckland City FC family,' said Watson.
'He's a genuine fan who has followed our journey for over a decade, which made him the perfect choice for Michelob ULTRA's Superior Call Up.
'Michelob ULTRA has been an outstanding partner – creative, forward-thinking, and aligned with our values. Judah's presence is a natural and authentic extension of that relationship.
'Our players and staff are genuinely excited to have him with us. We're confident this experience will be memorable not only for Judah, but for everyone involved in our Club World Cup campaign.'
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