Chiefs fans object to potential name change for new stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 2:04 AM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026

The Kansas City Chiefs plan to relocate from Arrowhead Stadium in Missouri to a new facility in Kansas City, Kansas, following the 2030 season. While the team unveiled plans for a $3 billion domed stadium in July, owner Clark Hunt recently stated that the venue will likely not carry the Arrowhead name. This decision has met with resistance from fans, who expressed their disapproval on social media platforms. Supporters suggested that the team should maintain the historical naming convention despite potential revenue opportunities from naming rights. The franchise has played at Arrowhead Stadium since 1972, making the prospect of a branding change a point of contention among the local fanbase. The team is scheduled to begin play at the new site in 2031, provided that current project timelines remain on track.
- •The Kansas City Chiefs intend to move to a new stadium in Kansas City, Kansas, by 2031.
- •Clark Hunt confirmed the new $3 billion venue likely will not be called Arrowhead.
- •The current stadium has served as the team's home since 1972.
- •Fans have publicly criticized the proposed branding change, citing a desire to maintain the team's traditional identity.
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"The Kansas City Chiefs will leave Arrowhead Stadium in Missouri after the 2030 season and move to a new home in Kansas City, Kansas, in 2031, if all goes to plan. The first renderings of the $3 billion stadium were unveiled in July, showcasing a dome design.
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