The highly anticipated announcement from Inter Miami has finally been made: the team will be playing their home games at Miami Freedom Park starting in 2026. This decision has been met with excitement and anticipation from fans all over South Florida.
The new stadium, which is part of a larger 131-acre development, will not only serve as a home for the team but also as a symbol of Miami’s passion for the sport. Jorge Mas, the managing owner, expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating, “The next stages of the Miami Freedom Park project bring us closer to reaching our dream of making it the official home of Inter Miami CF. Embodying our ethos of ‘freedom to dream,’ we’ve been diligently building something extraordinary — a place where every fan will cherish unforgettable football moments.”
Mas continued, “As we look ahead to the opening of our new stadium, we eagerly anticipate creating a world-class venue that reflects our passion, commitment, and the collective dreams of our South Florida community.” This sentiment was echoed by others involved in the project, including some who have been working on it for years.
Miami Freedom Park is set to be a state-of-the-art facility, featuring a 25,000-seater stadium as its centrepiece. In addition to this, the development will include a 58-acre public park, dedicated to Mas’s father, Jorge Mas Canosa, as well as various other amenities such as youth athletic fields, entertainment venues, and office spaces.
The first phase of construction is already in progress, with the stadium, public park, and initial entertainment and hospitality venues set to open in late 2025. Fans are eager to secure their seats for the 2026 MLS season, with current season ticket holders receiving priority access to matches at Miami Freedom Park.
The road to this announcement has not been without its bumps, as Inter Miami initially had hoped for the stadium to be ready by 2025. However, fans can now rest assured that the team will have a permanent home in Miami. This development comes at a time when soccer is gaining momentum in the city, with various football organizations setting up base near Miami.
The upcoming FIFA World Cup in 2026 is seen as a crucial milestone for the completion of Miami Freedom Park. Inter Miami has set their sights on the tournament, with plans for the second phase of the project, including the entertainment district, to coincide with the World Cup. This strategic move aims to capitalize on the surge in interest that such a global event will bring.
As construction progresses and the excitement builds, one thing is clear: Inter Miami is set to make a significant impact on the soccer landscape in South Florida. With Miami Freedom Park as their new home, the team is ready to embark on a new chapter filled with unforgettable moments for fans and players alike.
