The Cincinnati Regional Sports Commission has announced that Greater Cincinnati will host the 2027 MLS NEXT Cup from June 5-13, which is one of North America’s largest youth soccer events. The matches will take place at TQL Stadium, Voice of America Park, and Warren County Sports Park.
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The tournament is expected to attract around 650 teams, with competition across six age groups, from under-13 to under-19. This event is projected to generate approximately 50,000 hotel room nights for the Cincinnati area, contributing an estimated $30 million to the local economy.
An Allstate Homegrown Division will also be included, featuring teams from under-15 to under-19, allowing players to showcase their skills to professional, college, and national-team scouts.
Cincinnati Regional Sports Commission Executive Director Ben Huffman emphasized the collaborative effort in bringing this event to the region, highlighting partnerships with FC Cincinnati, Travel Butler County, and the Warren County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
FC Cincinnati co-CEO Jeff Berding noted that this selection showcases the area’s growing prominence in soccer, stating, "Cincinnati has become a destination for the sport at every level."
Prior to the main event, the region will host the Ohio Regional MLS NEXT Cup Qualifier in April 2027 at the Voice of America Athletic Complex in West Chester. MLS NEXT includes over 53,000 players, 2,743 teams, and 310 clubs across the United States and Canada, representing academies affiliated with all 30 Major League Soccer clubs.