McDonald's has secured its first naming rights deal for a major U.S. stadium, which will be named McDonald's Park. The stadium, funded by Chicago Fire FC owner Joe Mansueto, is set to open in 2028 and will host over 22,000 soccer fans.
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McDonald's first naming rights deal for a major U.S. stadium
Stadium named McDonald's Park in Chicago
Scheduled to open in 2028
Funded by Chicago Fire FC owner Joe Mansueto
Capacity of over 22,000 for soccer and 31,000 for concerts
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McDonald's is getting into the stadium game.
The Chicago Fire's $750 million stadium will be called McDonald's Park in the fast-food company's first naming rights partnership for a major professional stadium in the United States. McDonald's Park is scheduled to open in 2008 and will seat more than 22,000 for soccer and up to 31,000 for concerts.
Chicago Fire FC owner Joe Mansueto is funding the stadium, which will be the anchor of The 78, a new riverfront neighborhood in the South Loop. The Major League Soccer team currently plays at Solider Field.
"As we take the next step on our journey to build a world class Club, our commitment to Chicago is at the center of everything we do,â Mansueto said. âThatâs why McDonaldâs is the perfect partner â an iconic global brand with deep Chicago roots and shared values in supporting our community. McDonaldâs Park will be the stadium that Chicago deserves.â
March 22: San Diego FC's Marcus Ingvartsen celebrates after scoring a goal against Real Salt Lake at Snapdragon Stadium. San Diego FC and RSL played to a 2-2 draw.
March 21: St. Louis City's Simon Becher (11) tackles the ball away from the New England Revolutio'ns Matt Polster at Energizer Park. St. Louis City won the match, 3-1.
March 21: Orlando City goalkeeper Maxime Crapeau (71) blocks the header by Nashville SC's Sam Surridge during the first half at Geodis Park. Nashville SC won the match, 5-0.
Q&A
What is McDonald's Park and when will it open?
McDonald's Park is the new stadium for the Chicago Fire FC, scheduled to open in 2028.
How much did McDonald's pay for the naming rights to the stadium?
The naming rights deal for McDonald's Park is part of a $750 million stadium project.
Who is funding the construction of McDonald's Park?
The stadium is being funded by Chicago Fire FC owner Joe Mansueto.
What capacity will McDonald's Park have for soccer and concerts?
McDonald's Park will seat over 22,000 for soccer games and up to 31,000 for concerts.
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March 15: The Vancouver Whitecaps' MathĂas Laborda (2) scores against the Minnesota United en route to a 6-0 rout of Minnesota at BC Place.
March 14: San Diego FC's Jeppe Tverskov (6) heads the ball during the second half against FC Dallas at Toyota Stadium. The game ended in a 3-3 tie.
March 7: A tifo is seen before the game between the Chicago Fire and Columbus Crew at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. The game ended in a 0-0 draw.
March 1: Inter Miami's German Berterame controls the ball against Orlando City during the second half at Inter&Co Stadium. Inter Miami won the game, 4-2.
Feb. 28: Los Angeles FC's Denis Bouanga and the Houston Dynamo's Antonio Carlos (left) compete for possession during the first half at Shell Energy Stadium. LAFC won the match, 2-0.
Feb. 28: The Chicago Fire's Jonathan Dean (24) and CF Montrea's Hennadii Synchuk battle for control of the ball during the second half at Soldier Field. Chicago won the match, 3-0.
Feb. 22: The Seattle Sounders' Paul Rothrock celebrates after scoring a goal against the Colorado Rapids at Lumen Field. Seattle won the match, 2-0.
Feb. 21: FC Cincinnati's Gerardo Valenzuela (center) has his shot blocked by Atlanta United's Elias Baez(left) during the first half at TQL Stadium. FC Cincinnati won the match, 2-0.
Feb. 21: Vancouver Whitecaps goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka (1) reaches for the ball against Real Salt Lake during the second half at BC Place. Vancouver won the match, 1-0.
Feb. 21: Fans watch during the national anthem before the game between Los Angeles FC and Inter Miami CF at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. LAFC won the game, 3-0, knocking off the defending MLS champs.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
March 22: San Diego FC's Marcus Ingvartsen celebrates after scoring a goal against Real Salt Lake at Snapdragon Stadium. San Diego FC and RSL played to a 2-2 draw.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
March 22: San Diego FC's Marcus Ingvartsen celebrates after scoring a goal against Real Salt Lake at Snapdragon Stadium. San Diego FC and RSL played to a 2-2 draw.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
March 21: St. Louis City's Simon Becher (11) tackles the ball away from the New England Revolutio'ns Matt Polster at Energizer Park. St. Louis City won the match, 3-1.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
March 21: Orlando City goalkeeper Maxime Crapeau (71) blocks the header by Nashville SC's Sam Surridge during the first half at Geodis Park. Nashville SC won the match, 5-0.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
March 15: The Vancouver Whitecaps' MathĂas Laborda (2) scores against the Minnesota United en route to a 6-0 rout of Minnesota at BC Place.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
March 14: San Diego FC's Jeppe Tverskov (6) heads the ball during the second half against FC Dallas at Toyota Stadium. The game ended in a 3-3 tie.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
March 7: A tifo is seen before the game between the Chicago Fire and Columbus Crew at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field. The game ended in a 0-0 draw.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
March 1: Inter Miami's German Berterame controls the ball against Orlando City during the second half at Inter&Co Stadium. Inter Miami won the game, 4-2.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
Feb. 28: Los Angeles FC's Denis Bouanga and the Houston Dynamo's Antonio Carlos (left) compete for possession during the first half at Shell Energy Stadium. LAFC won the match, 2-0.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
Feb. 28: The Chicago Fire's Jonathan Dean (24) and CF Montrea's Hennadii Synchuk battle for control of the ball during the second half at Soldier Field. Chicago won the match, 3-0.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
Feb. 22: The Seattle Sounders' Paul Rothrock celebrates after scoring a goal against the Colorado Rapids at Lumen Field. Seattle won the match, 2-0.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
Feb. 21: FC Cincinnati's Gerardo Valenzuela (center) has his shot blocked by Atlanta United's Elias Baez(left) during the first half at TQL Stadium. FC Cincinnati won the match, 2-0.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
Feb. 21: Vancouver Whitecaps goalkeeper Yohei Takaoka (1) reaches for the ball against Real Salt Lake during the second half at BC Place. Vancouver won the match, 1-0.
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MLS action, goals, scenes and drama from 2026 season
Feb. 21: Fans watch during the national anthem before the game between Los Angeles FC and Inter Miami CF at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. LAFC won the game, 3-0, knocking off the defending MLS champs.
The stadium will include a year-round McDonald's restaurant and a dedicated seating section for Ronald McDonald House families. McDonald's, which has its global headquarters less than three miles away in Chicago's West Loop, also will use the stadium for community programs addressing food insecurity.
As part of the partnership, McDonald's also will help the Fire expand its "P.L.A.Y.S." program that brings soccer to underserved kids in the Chicago Public School system. Beginning in 2027, McDonalds and the Fire will give soccer starter kits, including balls and goals, to CPS elementary schools, and the goal is to eventually have P.L.A.Y.S. in every school with need.
That could reach more than 125,000 students, which would make it the largest free soccer initiative in the country.
"Together, we are creating more than a stadium,â said Chris Kempczinski, chairman and CEO of McDonaldâs. âWe are building a place that serves up joy, brings together community, delivers impact, and is designed to serve generations to come.â
