Memphis Welcomes New Soccer Franchise Memphis FC

Memphis, September 19, 2025

News Summary

Memphis is set to launch its new soccer franchise, Memphis FC, which will compete in the USL League Two starting in 2026. The team aims to develop local talent and will play at the Mike Rose Soccer Complex, a venue that promises to rekindle the local soccer scene following the departure of Memphis 901 FC. Owners Carey and Clark Talley seek to establish a sustainable soccer environment in Memphis amid rising interest in the sport.

Memphis is set to welcome a new soccer franchise, Memphis FC, which will begin play in USL League Two starting in 2026. This announcement was made by USL League Two officials on Thursday, Sept. 18. Memphis FC will become part of the Mid South Division within the USL League Two’s Southern Conference, aiming to create a pathway for local talent to develop into professional players.

Among the owners of Memphis FC is Carey Talley, a former professional soccer player and a Memphian. He co-owns the franchise with his brother, Clark Talley. Their parents, John and Kim Talley, played a crucial role in establishing the Mike Rose Soccer Complex, which features a 2,500-seat stadium that will serve as the home field for Memphis FC. The creation of this franchise marks an important step for local soccer as it follows the departure of Memphis 901 FC to California, primarily due to the absence of a soccer-specific stadium in Memphis.

The franchise’s mission includes a strong commitment to fostering local and domestic talent, offering opportunities that may have previously been inaccessible. This initiative comes at a time when the soccer landscape in Memphis is undergoing significant changes, with the loss of Memphis 901 FC highlighting the city’s need for sustainable soccer infrastructure. The previous attempts to establish a new stadium at the old Mid-South Coliseum did not materialize.

Joel Nash, USL SVP of Youth and Pre-Professional Properties, highlighted the excitement surrounding the expansion of the league into Memphis. With the announcement of Memphis FC, the organization aims to tap into the existing youth soccer culture in the region, thereby invigorating local interest and participation in the sport. Fans eager to support the new franchise can make season ticket deposits through the Memphis FC website, signifying a positive community response to the franchise’s establishment.

This new chapter in Memphis soccer illustrates a renewed commitment to the sport in the community and opens the door for aspiring athletes who wish to pursue soccer at a higher level. The establishment of Memphis FC is expected to not only draw local fandom but also enhance the competitive landscape of soccer in the United States.

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Additional Resources

• Action News 5
• Wikipedia: Soccer in the United States
• Commercial Appeal
• Google Search: Memphis FC soccer
• WREG
• Encyclopedia Britannica: United Soccer League
• Local Memphis
• Google Scholar: Memphis FC
• Daily Memphian
• Google News: Memphis FC soccer news

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