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McDonalds and Chicago Fire FC announced a landmark naming-rights partnership for a new Chicago stadium to be named McDonalds Park, slated to open in 2028 and positioned as a hub for soccer, culture, and community.
Fifth Third Bancorp's planned $10.9 billion acquisition of Comerica Bank, expected to close in early 2026, raises the possibility of a name change for Detroit's Comerica Park, which has held the bank's naming rights since 2000. The deal's completion might lead to a rebranding of the stadium, though officials have stated they are committed to honoring the park's legacy and community ties. Fifth Third has a history of stadium naming rights, including affiliations with Tigers' minor league teams.
The Houston Astros' stadium will be renamed Daikin Park starting January 1, 2025, under a new naming rights agreement with Daikin Comfort Technologies North America, lasting until the 2039 season. The stadium, originally named Enron Field, was renamed Minute Maid Park in 2002 after Enron's bankruptcy. Minute Maid will continue as a partner with the Astros until 2029.
FedEx is ending its naming rights agreement with FedExField, the stadium where the Washington Commanders play, two years earlier than planned. The team is now searching for a new partner to put its name on the stadium. This change comes amidst a series of upheavals for the Commanders, including a recent name change, new ownership, and the installation of a new head coach and general manager. Meanwhile, lawmakers are preparing to vote on a bill that would give D.C. control of the old RFK Stadium site, potentially luring the Commanders back to the nation’s capital, while the team has announced plans for major upgrades to the stadium in Prince George's County.
FedEx has decided to end its 25-year naming rights agreement for the Washington Commanders' stadium, opting out of paying $7.5 million annually. The team expressed gratitude for FedEx's partnership and is now seeking a new naming rights partner to usher in the next era of Commanders football and live events. Despite the end of the naming rights deal, FedEx will continue to sponsor the team in a less prominent capacity. The Commanders are expected to swiftly secure a new sponsor to announce a new stadium name ahead of the 2024 season.
FedEx has decided to end its naming rights sponsorship of FedEx Field, home to the Washington Commanders, two years early, citing a shift in focus towards broader NFL sponsorship opportunities. The company had held naming rights to the stadium through 2025, having paid $205 million in 1999 for the privilege. The Commanders are now seeking a new naming rights partner as they undergo various changes for the 2024 season, including a new head coach and the No. 2 overall pick in the NFL draft.
Inter&Co, a financial and digital commerce services provider, has secured long-term naming rights for Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride's home venue, now known as Inter&Co Stadium. The partnership marks the first international naming rights deal for the club and the first time a financial institution with Latin-American roots has owned the naming rights of a major stadium in the United States. The agreement includes technology upgrades to the venue, plans for world-class entertainment events, and a commitment to the community through financial literacy programs.
The Cleveland Browns have ended their naming rights deal with a local energy company, resulting in the stadium's name reverting to its original name, Cleveland Browns Stadium. The NFL now has four stadiums with non-advertised names, including Arrowhead Stadium, Lambeau Field, and Soldier Field.
The Cleveland Browns have ended their naming rights agreement with FirstEnergy Corp. and will revert to calling their home stadium Cleveland Browns Stadium, its original name when it opened in 1999. The stadium was renamed FirstEnergy Stadium in 2013. The Browns' home field is located on the site of Cleveland Municipal Stadium, which had served as the home site of Cleveland's pro football and baseball teams for over 60 years.
The Cleveland Browns and FirstEnergy Corp. have agreed to end their stadium naming rights agreement, leaving the team's home field to be called Cleveland Browns Stadium for now. The decision comes after FirstEnergy admitted its role in bribing Larry Householder, the former speaker of the Ohio House of Representatives. The Haslam Sports Group, which owns the Browns, is committed to pursuing a renovation of the stadium, which could open the door to a new naming rights deal.
The Cleveland Browns and FirstEnergy have agreed to end their stadium naming rights deal after 10 years. The stadium will revert to its previous name, Cleveland Browns Stadium.
The Cleveland Browns and FirstEnergy Corp. have mutually agreed to end their stadium naming rights agreement after a 10-year partnership. The terms and conditions of the agreement were not disclosed. The stadium will return to its former name, Cleveland Browns Stadium.