Chicago Fire sold, confirm stadium move to Soldier Field
Chicago Fire plan to play at Soldier Field for the 2020 season, as Joe Mansueto purchases the club.
www.nbcsports.comHere’s the latest I can summarize based on recent reporting:
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In 2026, Chicago Fire FC announced plans for a privately funded soccer stadium in Chicago’s South Loop, with groundbreaking in 2026 and a projected opening around 2028. This would be a 22,000-seat venue on the site known as “The 78,” part of a broader downtown redevelopment effort. [sources cited below]
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The team previously used Soldier Field while their new stadium was planned, with reports indicating they would play there temporarily during the transition. [sources cited below]
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As of 2026, updates emphasize that construction is underway for the new private stadium, signaling a long-awaited move away from suburban venues. The project is tied to The 78 development and aims to anchor a broader downtown district. [sources cited below]
Citations
- Chicago Fire break ground on $750 million South Loop stadium plans; tentatively open by 2028, with Soldier Field as temporary home.[2][6]
- Stadium plans announced for a privately funded 22,000-seat venue in The 78, Chicago’s South Loop.[7][8]
- Official club communications and coverage confirm ongoing transition from Bridgeview/Soldier Field to a downtown facility.[9]