Kansas City Current is set to expand its pioneering soccer stadium, CPKC Stadium, to 18,000 seats. The team's owners, Angie and Chris Long, decided to build the stadium with a capacity of 11,500, aiming to create a loud and crowded fan experience.

What drove the expansion plans?

The Current's success led to a season-ticket base of around 8,000, with over 5,000 names on the waiting list, prompting the need for expansion.

How will the expansion work?

The team plans to add 6,500 seats in the corners between the grandstands, raising the roof line to add more premium boxes, and connecting the second-level concourse.

What's next for the project?

The construction is expected to begin in the fall of 2027, with the goal of completing it in time for the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup.

The Current's owners invested $350 million in the development, including the original $140 million stadium, and are now seeking public support for the expansion project.