Czech soccer president David Trunda visits OKC United during club reveal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
SoccerDavid Trunda, president of the Czech Football Association, visited Oklahoma City for the unveiling of OKC United's name, crest, and colors. The club will compete in the United Soccer League starting in 2028, coinciding with the opening of the MAPS 4 stadium. Trunda expressed admiration for the local support and infrastructure plans led by owner Christian Kanady and sporting director Sead Karaselimovic. Trunda's engagement includes aspirations to enhance youth soccer development in the region, drawing from lessons learned in the Czech Republic. His visit follows a previous trip this summer linked to the World Cup held in the U.S.
- •OKC United revealed its name and colors at a city event.
- •The club is set to join the USL in 2028.
- •Trunda aims to enhance local soccer infrastructure and youth development.
- •His visits are inspired by a commitment to soccer growth.
- •Trunda noted the substantial community support for the soccer initiative.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Why Czech soccer president David Trunda took interest in OKC United
"Having already made one trip to Oklahoma City in the last month, Czech soccer president David Trunda timed his second visit for OKC United's reveal.
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