OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — There is a renewed effort to build a soccer stadium in downtown Omaha. The Union Omaha soccer club announced that it is partnering with the City of Omaha to build a 7,000-seat, open-air facility north of Charles Schwabb Stadium at 11th and Grace Street.

The club expects to begin construction in 2026 and finish the stadium by 2028. It says the venue will be the centerpiece of a 20-acre development that includes retail, shopping, and housing.

“This stadium and district aren’t just a venue, they’re a 

statement. They are a statement that Omaha is here to compete with any city, on any stage, and that we’re investing in our future, our identity, and the strength of our community, all in close partnership with City Hall,” said Gary Green, co-owner of Union Omaha and CEO o

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