The proposal for an MLS stadium in Charlotte has been revised, with one of the biggest changes being a reduction in public funds. (more…)
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Charlotte MLS Plan Calls for Memorial Stadium Demolition
As Charlotte puts together its MLS bid, the possibility of demolishing Memorial Stadium and an adjacent arena to make way for a new stadium is being discussed. (more…)
Best of 2016: #9, Charlotte Pushes for the MLS
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Soccer Stadium Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #9: Charlotte Pushes for the MLS. Charlotte has managed to catapult itself to the list of MLS expansion contenders, offering a solid market, increasing interest in soccer, […]
Memorial Stadium Renovation Plans on Hold
Talks for a proposed Memorial Stadium renovation are on hold, as Mecklenburg County wants to wait and see how Charlotte’s MLS expansion bid progresses. (more…)
Charlotte Independence Upping MLS Bid
Signaling the seriousness of their MLS expansion push, owners of the Charlotte Independence are seeking additional investors. (more…)
Charlotte Memorial Stadium Renovation Receives Key Endorsement
A proposal to renovate Charlotte’s Memorial Stadium has received a key endorsement, as the president of City Center Partners has backed the project. (more…)
Charlotte: We’re Ready for MLS
Charlotte business leaders say they’re ready to welcome MLS at an expanded Memorial Stadium, as recent well-attended friendlies at Bank of America Stadium shows the Queen City can support high-level pro soccer. (more…)
Independence: We’ll Pay $8M Toward Memorial Stadium Renovations
The owner of the Charlotte Independence has offered to pay $8 million toward the $24.8-million price tag for Memorial Stadium renovations, giving the USL club a spiffed-up, practically new home. (more…)
Independence to Propose Memorial Stadium Overhaul
Officials in Mecklenburg County will consider a proposal from the Charlotte Independence to renovate historic Memorial Stadium into a modern soccer facility. (more…)