Renderings Shared as Part of Introductory Presentation to Metro Council and Public
NASHVILLE, TN - Nashville’s bid for a Major League Soccer expansion team grew stronger today with the release of preliminary concept designs for a proposed MLS stadium. The soccer-specific stadium concept combines a uniquely Nashville look with a modern fan experience that would be among the best in the league.
The multi-use stadium would be about 500,000 square-feet and hold approximately 30,000 people. With a focus on the MLS match experience, the proposed stadium also has the ability to accommodate other major events such as concerts, family events, and other sporting and civic events.
“We’re delighted to share this preliminary stadium design with the community as we continue to work through this process,” said John R. Ingram, CEO of Nashville Soccer Holdings and lead investor for the ownership group vying for a Nashville MLS expansion team. “The proposed design has been developed to bring people and communities together for an extraordinary MLS soccer experience, as well as establishing an important new amenity for Nashville and Nashvillians. It has many features that will make it one of the best in the league while reflecting the true spirit of Nashville. It will be customized for the rich history of the surrounding area and highlight the unique architecture and design found across this city.”
The proposed site for the stadium is The Fairgrounds Nashville in the Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood, a location identified by Mayor Megan Barry in January.
Nashville is one of 12 cities competing nationally for a MLS expansion team. The city’s bid was elevated last month when more than 100,000 soccer fans attended Gold Cup and International Champions Cup matches in Nissan Stadium. MLS Commissioner Don Garber singled out Nashville as one of four cities with energy around its bid in comments at the MLS All-star game August 2.
Nashvillians excited about the growing professional soccer movement can become a member of Nashville SC today and secure their place in line for season tickets to the inaugural season of professional soccer beginning in March 2018! Join the 1779 Club today!
**The 1779 club is now full! Due to overwhelming response we have had to close the 1779 club, but you can still secure your place in line with the NSC membership.
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