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Gotham FC to Move Home Matches to Etihad Park in Queens in 2028

The deal gives Gotham exclusive matchday facilities at the 25,000-seat stadium plus a retained training base in New Jersey, positioning the club to grow its New York fanbase.

Jul 4, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; Gotham FC players warm-up before a match against San Diego Wave FC at Snapdragon Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • A joint announcement made Tuesday confirmed Gotham FC will begin playing home matches at Etihad Park in Queens for the 2028 NWSL season under an initial five-year lease with options to extend up to 15 years.
  • Etihad Park is a $780 million, 25,000-seat soccer-specific stadium scheduled to open in spring 2027 that will be NYCFC’s primary home and is planned to host international events including Olympic soccer in 2028.
  • The tenancy agreement includes dedicated Gotham facilities such as a separate locker room and the ability to switch the stadium’s digital branding on matchdays to create an exclusive Gotham matchday identity.
  • Gotham will keep its new $35 million training facility in Whippany, New Jersey, and will play one final season at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison in 2027 before moving to Queens.
  • City and state leaders hailed the move as a boost to transit access and local business in Queens and as a step to raise the profile and commercial footing of a leading women’s club in New York City.