Miami FC Announces $300M Development, 15,000-Seat Stadium In Homestead

Miami FC will soon be part of Sports Performance Hub’s 80-acre, $300 million development project that will include a professional training academy, youth boarding school, public sports and recreation facilities, a sports-themed hotel and a 15,000-seat stadium.

The announcement coincided with a formal signing ceremony at Homestead City Hall this week with Mayor Steve Losney, the Homestead City Council and shareholders of the Sports Performance Hub (SPH), which included Miami FC co-owner Riccardo Silva. The ceremony officially launched the ambitious sports and community development project, which is being constructed at no cost to taxpayers.

The USL Championship club will transition from Florida International University’s (FIU) Pitbull Stadium, which Miami FC has called home since 2016, to the new complex which is 35 miles from downtown Miami. SPH and Miami FC unveiled new renderings of the complex and 15,000-seat stadium being designed by LaBella Associates.

“This is an important day for our club, Miami-Dade and South Florida, for the City of Homestead and for the growth of the game with the World Cup just months away,” said Silva at the announcement.  “I am proud to be a part of the vision of the Sports Performance Hub and excited for the opportunity to help write this next chapter in the vibrant community of South Dade.”

Homestead is located at the southern border of Miami-Dade County and is positioned as the Gateway to the Florida Keys. It’s home to Homestead Air Reserve Base and hosts major NASCAR and motorsports events at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

“Having a club whose main mission is to impact the community and provide opportunities for our families and youth will be an incredible asset, while providing long-term benefits to our local economy,” stated Losner. “This is truly a great moment for our city and our residents.”

United Soccer League’s Deputy CEO and Chief Real Estate Officer Justin Papadakis was also present for the signing ceremony as the league continues to see growth and interest across the U.S.

SPH and Miami FC’s new project and stadium development is just one of several recent stadium/complex projects to be announced across the USL, following stadium plans unveiled in Pittsburgh, Detroit and Sacramento. The league has received significant interest after major announcements earlier this year, including plans to launch a Division One men’s league and the implementation of a promotion and relegation system in the U.S. Papadakis sees the Homestead project as another example of the rising momentum for the league and sport with the FIFA World Cup set to arrive in 2026.

“Miami FC’s move to Homestead and the vision behind this new stadium development represents a tremendous step forward for the club and professional soccer in South Florida,” stated Papadakis. “We’re seeing incredible momentum across the USL as communities invest in world-class facilities that elevate the experience for both fans and players. With Miami joining cities like Pittsburgh, Detroit and Sacramento in building new homes – and the World Cup coming to our backyard next summer – excitement around soccer in this country has never been stronger.”

Mario Roitman, CEO of Miami FC, also gave special thanks to Florida International University and the FIU Athletic Facilities staff for their support over the past decade.

“From hosting championships to major U.S. Open Cup events, we could not be where we are today without the support and partnership from our friends at FIU,” added Roitman. “We are looking forward to working closely with them over the next months during this transition to ensure a smooth process, including how we can continue developing a new type of partnership once we arrive in Homestead.”