Des Moines attracts Major League Soccer interest amid USL plans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 1:01 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Des Moines is gaining interest from Major League Soccer for a potential MLS NEXT Pro team as the United Soccer League also seeks to establish a franchise in the city. Hometown Soccer Holdings' president, Chris Klein, highlighted Des Moines as a promising location due to its established sports culture and support for teams like the Iowa Cubs. Meanwhile, the Iowa Soccer Development Foundation continues efforts to develop a downtown soccer stadium. A public meeting is set for September 24 to discuss the prospects of securing a Division II professional men's soccer team in the area.
- •Major League Soccer eyes Des Moines for a new team.
- •USL plans for a professional men's soccer team in the city.
- •Public meeting scheduled for September 24 to discuss developments.
- •Local support demonstrated through other sports organizations.
- •Klein links Des Moines' soccer potential to Sporting Kansas City's expansion.
- 1:01 PMYahoo Sports — Des Moines wins interest from Major League Soccer as USL woos city
"Major League Soccer is eying Des Moines for a new MLS NEXT Pro team as the United Soccer League president visits the city to promote the stadium.
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