Baltimore Gains Momentum for New Soccer Stadium

Mayor Scott and D.C. United CEO Levien announce plans for a 7,500-seat stadium and youth academy.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott and D.C. United CEO and co-chairman Jason Levien announced that they have been working with city and state leaders on a proposal for a new soccer stadium in Baltimore. The proposed 7,500-seat stadium would be part of a larger campus that includes a youth soccer academy. The stadium and academy are aimed at exposing more kids to soccer and providing educational and athletic opportunities.

Why it matters

A new soccer stadium and youth academy would bring professional sports and youth development opportunities to Baltimore, aligning with the city's goal of providing more investment and resources for young residents. The stadium proposal also builds on Baltimore's reputation as a sports town and soccer community.

The details

The Maryland Stadium Authority released a preliminary design report in May 2025 outlining possible sites for the 7,500-seat stadium, including Carroll Park Golf Course or the former Baltimore Sun printing facility at Baltimore Peninsula. The stadium would be part of a larger campus that includes a youth soccer academy where kids can receive scholarships, education, and training to potentially play in college or professionally.

  • In May 2025, the Maryland Stadium Authority released a preliminary design report for the proposed stadium.
  • On March 7, the D.C. United and Inter Miami CF soccer teams will face off at Baltimore's M&T Bank Stadium, which Mayor Scott has declared 'Bmore United Day'.
  • On March 4, D.C. United will join the Baltimore Boys & Girls Club for a community event focused on mentorship, leadership, and skill development.

The players

Brandon Scott

The Mayor of Baltimore who announced the city is working with D.C. United on the stadium proposal.

Jason Levien

The CEO and co-chairman of D.C. United who is partnering with the city of Baltimore on the stadium and youth academy plans.

Maryland Stadium Authority

The state agency that released a preliminary design report in 2025 outlining possible sites for the proposed 7,500-seat soccer stadium.

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What they’re saying

“We're a sports town, we're a soccer town, and Baltimore is a city that knows how to rise together. We are proud to welcome D.C. United and professional soccer here to Baltimore next month, but more importantly, for the years to come. We look forward to working with everyone to make sure that professional soccer has a home here in Baltimore.”

— Brandon Scott, Mayor of Baltimore (baltimorefishbowl.com)

“Part of our vision for the campus at Baltimore is not just the stadium; it's an academy where we're going to scholarship kids who are going to get an education, learn the game, have a chance to either play in college or even play professionally.”

— Jason Levien, CEO and co-chairman of D.C. United (baltimorefishbowl.com)

What’s next

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The takeaway

This proposal for a new soccer stadium and youth academy in Baltimore represents an opportunity to bring professional sports, educational resources, and athletic development to the city's young residents, aligning with the mayor's vision for continued investment and growth in the community.