US EditionGroundbreaking Set for Chicago Fire Soccer Stadium in The 78 Development
The $650 million stadium will seat 22,000 and create up to 15,000 jobs, aiming to boost economic activity in Chicago's South Loop development called The 78.
- On Tuesday, the Chicago Fire broke ground at The 78 in the South Loop, with owner Joe Mansueto personally financing the privately funded $650,000,000 stadium.
- Spanning 62 acres, the project aims to include retail, office space, parks, housing and entertainment venues, with organizers projecting an $8,000,000,000 economic impact and up to 15,000 jobs.
- Coalition organizers demanded a binding Community Benefits Agreement for 78 on Monday, pressing for affordable housing, local hiring, transit protections, and questioning $700,000,000 in TIF funds.
- On transit, organizers noted the site lies between two stops and Kate Eakin of the McKinley Park Development Council warned 'L service is essential to move people in and out of the stadium', as no changes are planned despite the 22,000 capacity.
- Construction is slated to begin in March 2026 with an opening targeted ahead of the 2028 Major League Soccer season, marking the city's first major new stadium since the United Center opened in August 1994.
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Chicago Sun Times
Usa newsFire break ground on new stadium, take lead on city peers and move closer to igniting Chicago soccer
The Fire have spent much of their existence looking for a new home. Now they’re ahead of other Chicago teams in the stadium game.On Tuesday, the Fire broke ground on their new arena in The 78. The $750 million privately funded facility is expected to open in late summer 2028. “This isn’t just a stadium, it’s a statement of ambition,” Fire owner and chairman Joe Mansueto said during his speech. “It’s about pride. It’s about believing in the city …
Chicago Fire Break Ground On New Stadium While Neighbors Push for Community Benefits Agreement
The new stadium, which will serve as an anchor for The 78 megadevelopment, has the support of fans and elected officials, but a coalition of community groups say they've been shut out.
Chicago (USA), 3 Mar (EFE).- The Chicago Fire, club of the MLS, officially started this Tuesday the construction of its new stadium in the center of the City of Wind, after an investment of 750 million dollars. The owner of the club, Joe Mansueto, was present at the event organized in the so-called ’78’, one of the most coveted grounds in downtown Chicago that the Fire bought with a totally private investment. “It is a historic day for the Chica…
Hastings Tribune
swxlocalsports.comHistoric Day for the City: Chicago Fire FC Breaks Ground on Privately Funded Soccer Stadium at ...
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