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Milwaukee to get expansion franchise in Continental Football League for 2027

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:06 PM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Milwaukee to get expansion franchise in Continental Football League for 2027

Summary

The Continental Football League has announced Milwaukee as an expansion city for the 2027 season. The unnamed franchise will participate in a six-game schedule from May to July and will join existing teams in Indianapolis, Cincinnati, San Antonio, greater Austin, and Midland, Texas. Fans can vote on potential venues, including American Family Field and Hart Park, and on the team nickname. Football league founder Manny Matsakis emphasized Milwaukee's strong football culture, citing the city's support for various sports teams. Milwaukee Pro Football has appointed Ahmed Hollowell as team president and Ameer Hollowell as chief operations officer.

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By the Numbers

•Milwaukee to join the Continental Football League in 2027.
•Season includes six games from May to July.
•Fans polling for venue options and team nickname.
•League features rules similar to NFL with a 'continental shift' in play style.
•Ahmed Hollowell named team president.

Latest Updates

5:06 PMYahoo Sports — Pro football in Milwaukee? New league looks to expand in town

What they're saying

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There's no team name and no venue yet, but Milwaukee is expected to get an expansion franchise in a new outdoor football league for 2027.
— Yahoo Sports

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