Chicago Fire Soccer Team to Build Their Own Stadium - Global Construction Review

Chicago Fire's new stadium plans: Examining the $650 million private investment in South Loop

Chicago’s soccer landscape is poised for a transformative shift as Chicago Fire FC owner Joe Mansueto unveils ambitious plans for a privately funded $650 million stadium at “The 78” development site in the South Loop. This 22,000-seat venue, slated for completion by the 2028 MLS season, represents one of the most significant private investments in American soccer infrastructure. Unlike many sports venues that rely heavily on public funding, this…

Chicago Fire soccer team to build their own stadium - Global Construction Review

After sharing a venue with American football team the Chicago Bears, Chicago’s Major League Soccer side Chicago Fire will build its own 22,000 capacity stadium in the city’s under-development 78th waterfront neighbourhood. It will be financed by the team’s owner Joe Mansueto. The Chicago Sun-Times reports that the project will cost $650m and will be designed by California’s Gensler. It has been designed to host larger concerts and also other s…

Chicago Fire unveils plans for $650M soccer stadium in new waterfront neighborhood

Chicago Construction News staff writer The Chicago Fire FC has announced plans to build a $650 million soccer-specific stadium in The 78, a new waterfront development just south of downtown Chicago. Construction is expected to begin by the end of 2025, with the stadium opening projected for 2028. The project will be entirely privately funded, according to club owner Joe Mansueto. “Our privately funded stadium is purpose-built for soccer to give …

Chicago Fire FC reveals plans for new stadium and urban district

Chicago Fire FC, owned by Joe Mansueto has confirmed plans to build a new soccer-specific stadium and mixed-use entertainment district in the heart of Chicago's South Loop.  Located at Roosevelt and the Chicago River, the facility will be developed in what is being described as the city's 78th neighbourhood, and is scheduled to open in spring 2028. The project will be financed privately and will serve as the permanent home for the Fire, who have…