We are back in Charlotte, North Carolina for the final time this summer today.
It is an open-air, multi-use ground that is home to the NFL’s Carolina Panthers and MLS side Charlotte FC. It’s located in the Uptown section of the city, according to locals. There are a handful of cities in the U.S. that have proclaimed themselves to be Soccer City USA. Charlotte hasn’t gone that far, but with the growing interest in the sport, Charlotte is among the newest “soccer cities” in the country.
Bank of America Stadium has become a routine stop for international friendlies and Concacaf Gold Cup clashes, including hosting Mexico’s sizable community of fans in the Southeast. Charlotte FC draws big crowds, as well, and with Real Madrid, CF Pachuca and Bayern Munich set to play one group stage match each in Charlotte, a solid turnout of fans is expected in the Queen City.
- Capacity: 75,500
- Team(s): Carolina Panthers, Charlotte FC
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