With MLS efforts on hold, we have a plan for a new Sacramento Republic FC stadium in downtown Sacramento, using much of the prep work done when the city was a leader in the MLS expansion front. (more…)
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Burkle drops Sacramento MLS expansion bid
Billed as a casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic: Ron Burkle is dropping his acquisition of a Sacramento MLS expansion team once slated to launch play in 2022, leaving the city and league working to find a replacement. (more…)
Loan Approved for Sacramento Stadium Project Infrastructure
In a tweak to plans for a Sacramento Republic FC stadium project, city officials voted Tuesday to approve a $27.2 million loan to jumpstart work on related infrastructure. (more…)
Business Community Anticipates Sacramento MLS Stadium Project
With Sacramento Republic FC expected to be named an MLS expansion team, the business community is anticipating the benefits a new stadium and surrounding development could produce. (more…)
Report: Sacramento Officially in Line For MLS Expansion Team
Sacramento Republic FC will be officially announced next Monday by league officials as an MLS expansion team, according to a report in the Sacramento Bee. (more…)
Handicapping the Next MLS Expansion Round: September 2019 Edition
With reports that Sacramento will be awarded an MLS expansion franchise for the 2022 season, the discussion begins on the contenders for the next team to be awarded in the march toward a 30-team circuit. (more…)
Sacramento MLS Expansion Backers Continue Their Push
Looking to complete a successful bid, Sacramento MLS expansion backers are working with city officials to finalize some details on a new stadium project. (more…)
Next MLS Expansion Decision Could be Made After 2018 Season Begins
The next major announcement regarding MLS expansion will likely be made after the 2018 MLS season begins, according to the latest update. (more…)
Sacramento Republic FC In Talks With Potential Lead Investors
With clear guidance from MLS on the path to securing an expansion team, Sacramento Republic FC officials are in talks with three billionaires about a potential investment in the team — and, by extension, in the league. (more…)
Sacramento Republic FC Continues Pursuit of Investor
Sacramento Republic FC says that it is continuing to pursue a lead investor, something the club seeks as it tries to make a successful MLS expansion bid. (more…)