Major Arena Soccer League Coming to PPL Center

A new professional indoor soccer team will be taking the field in the Lehigh Valley, bringing a fast-growing sports experience to downtown Allentown. PPL Center, currently home to the American Hockey League’s Lehigh Valley Phantoms, is set to expand its sports offerings by introducing the speed, skill, and high-scoring excitement of indoor soccer. The new team owned by Rob and Jim Brooks will enter the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL) at the Premier Level, the highest level the MASL has to offer.

Opening night will take place on December 5, 2026. The upcoming season will feature 24 regular season games, with 12 taking place at home. The league continues to grow its footprint across North America including teams in San Diego, Baltimore, St. Louis and more.

The state-of-the art PPL Center, owned by the Allentown Neighborhood Improvement Zone Development Authority (ANIZDA), is managed by Oak View Group on behalf of arena operator BDH Development. The venue serves as an important catalyst and anchor for downtown Allentown seating more than 10,000 for concerts and 8,500 for Lehigh Valley Phantoms professional hockey games.

Additional details regarding the announcement can be found in the News Release