Groundbreaking Ceremony Kicks Off New Era for Soccer in Sacramento

Wilton Rancheria and Sacramento Republic FC marked the beginning of construction on Republic FC Stadium at the Railyards with a historic groundbreaking ceremony. The ceremony celebrated the tribe’s return to its ancestral lands along the banks of the Sacramento and American rivers. The groundbreaking comes after years of collaboration and commitment between Wilton Rancheria, Republic FC, and the broader Sacramento community. 

The 12,000-seat venue is expected to open in 2027 and will serve as the permanent home for the Republic FC, as well as a venue for concerts, cultural festivals, and community events. 

“Our path has not been easy. But just like our city, just like our tribal partners, we’ve kept moving forward. And now, together, we are breaking ground on the future,” said Managing Partner Kevin Nagle. “In 2027, when the first ball is kicked here in The Railyards, it will be more than the start of a match. It will be the next chapter in an ongoing story of resilience.”