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Groundbreaking set for new Detroit City FC stadium on Wednesday
By ABC Detroit at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
The groundbreaking for the all-new Detroit City FC stadium in Corktown is set for Wednesday afternoon. Officials from the club, City of Detroit and others will gather for the event.The club acquired the land near the intersection of Michigan Ave. and 20th St., which was the former Southwest Detro...
Key takeaway Originally, the club had planned for AlumniFi Field to open for the 2027 season, however last month, the club pushed back the opening to the spring of 2028.
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Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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