From our Cleveland roots, we rise.

Cleveland has a way of staying with you. Whether you’ve spent your whole life here or haven’t been home for a spell, this place gets in your bones. So does your love for the beautiful game. From youth players to lifelong supporters, families to new fans, this club was built to bring people together in ways we just haven’t before. To grow the game, lift each other up and create something that belongs to all of us.

Forest City Cleveland takes the pitch in 2027, competing in MLS NEXT Pro and playing in a Downtown Cleveland soccer stadium, where the energy of the city will meet the rhythm of the game.

Forest City is a legacy name, but it doesn’t look backward. It challenges us to grow taller, together and write the next chapter of Cleveland’s story. This is more than a team. We believe Cleveland can become a North Star for soccer, aligning communities, creating belonging and giving people a reason to stand shoulder-to-shoulder and sing as one.

Our goal is simple: compete fiercely, play with pride, win some titles and represent Cleveland in everything we do.
Welcome to Forest City, Cleveland!