Cleveland Soccer Group has teamed up with Rock Entertainment Group to secure the naming rights for a new 10,000‑seat soccer stadium that will anchor downtown Cleveland’s sports corridor. The venue is designed to become a multi‑event hub, drawing over 65 concerts, matches and exhibitions annually.
A New Era for Soccer in Cleveland
The stadium will be home to two professional outfits — Forest City Cleveland competing in the MLS NEXT Pro league and Cleveland Astra in the WPSL Pro division — giving the city its first dedicated soccer venue and providing a platform for both men’s and women’s teams.
With an estimated price tag of nearly $80 million, the project is backed by a $19.9 million state grant request. Its location adjacent to Progressive Field and Rocket Arena places it within eyesight of the Goodyear Blimp’s flight path on game days, reinforcing the city’s sports identity.
Plans include a public park that links to the regional trail network, while letters of intent with local high schools and professional lacrosse and rugby clubs signal a broader community role. The development aims to foster youth engagement and create new recreational pathways for residents.
The initiative taps into soccer’s surging popularity in the United States, a trend underscored by the 50 million‑viewer 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup and a fan base that is young, multicultural and digitally native. By positioning Cleveland at the center of this movement, the stadium seeks to build momentum for women’s sports, with Cleveland Astra serving as a lead tenant.
Cleveland, the largest metropolitan area in the United States without a professional soccer stadium or one under construction, stands to gain a landmark venue that could reshape its urban landscape and cement its place in the nation’s evolving soccer narrative.