Report: Krafts Exploring Stadium Location in South Boston

The Boston Globe reported today that the Krafts are exploring a South Boston location off of I-93 as the potential home of a soccer specific stadium for the New England Revolution. The news is the latest update on the Revolution’s search for a stadium that has been relatively quiet publically since 2012.

In 2012, the Krafts were reportedly considering potential locations in Revere and Somerville.  New England Soccer Today learned from Revere Mayor Daniel Rizzo’s Office that talks over a potential location in Revere did not continue past preliminary discussions in 2012, although Rizzo remains “open to any and all private investment partnerships that will make Revere a great place to live, work and play.” A request for an update from the Mayor’s Office in Somerville was not immediately returned.

Now, it appears the attention has shifted to South Boston perhaps partially due to a belief that new Mayor Marty Walsh is on board with the idea. According to the Globe, one of the spots being considered lies on Frontage Road in close proximity to I-93 and Broadway on the MBTA’s Red Line. The site currently has a large yard for towed cars and public works and is owned by the city, thus would be subject to a bidding process.

The Krafts, meanwhile, appear hesitant to reveal too much at this stage, telling the Globe through a spokesperson that “We are currently developing concepts for how a soccer stadium for the Revolution can benefit the greater Boston area. Once we have more developed plans, we will comment further.”

A view from Route 3A with the potential Revolution stadium location to the right and the Boston city skyline in the background to the left.

The location is also near one of the potential locations under consideration for a potential Boston 2024 Olympics bid – which Kraft is also a part of – although it’s unclear if the two projects would conflict.

Strip of city-owned land off I-93 on Frontage Rd in Boston being considered for soccer stadium http://t.co/1TW1gQ6lZ5 pic.twitter.com/NlLQllrbQV

— The Boston Globe (@BostonGlobe) November 18, 2014