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Hometown Soccer Holdings plans to introduce 20 to 25 new MLS Next Pro clubs in U.S. markets that do not currently have a professional team.
The Los Angeles host committee for the 2026 FIFA World Cup projects an economic impact of over $500 million for the Southern California region.
Investment firm KKR has made a significant investment in Major League Soccer's Next Pro level.
Since its inception, over 250 players have been promoted from MLS Next Pro to Major League Soccer.
Hometown Soccer Holdings is a partnership between the company, KKR, and Major League Soccer, with both KKR and MLS being part of the company's capitalization table.
The new venues built by Hometown Soccer Holdings for MLS Next Pro teams will have a capacity of 6,000 to 8,000 seats and include amenities such as suites and club seats.
SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles will host eight matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including the opening game for the U.S. men's national team.
The Los Angeles host committee strategically focused its bid on hosting the opening matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup rather than the final.
LAFC believes there is a significant market opportunity to convert Los Angeles-based fans of Mexico's Liga MX into followers of Major League Soccer.