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| Full name | Connecticut United FC | |||
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| Founded | January 9, 2024 | |||
| Stadium | New Waterfront Stadium | |||
| Owner(s) | André Swanston Michelle Swanston | |||
| Manager | Shavar Thomas | |||
| League | MLS Next Pro | |||
Connecticut United FC is a planned American professional soccer expansion team that will be based in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The club is anticipated to begin play in MLS Next Pro in 2026.
On January 9, 2024, MLS Next Pro awarded an expansion team to a group from the city of Bridgeport, Connecticut. [1] [2] The ownership group, named Connecticut Sports Group, consists of businessman André Swanston and his wife Michelle Swanston. [1]
Originally set to begin play in 2025, the team's debut was delayed to 2026. [3]
The club plans to play at a new stadium to be located on the waterfront at a former dog-racing track; stadium plans were approved by the Bridgeport government in November 2023. [4] In October 2025, the Connecticut Mirror reported that the club would launch before their stadium was ready and play their inaugural season at different venues around the state. [5]
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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