Here we grow, OKC Certified Lions moving to brand new 4,500 seat arena in 2025-26

TAMPA, Florida -- Less than a year after joining Major Arena Soccer League 2 and MASL 3, the OKC Certified Lions are on the move in a big way for the 2025-26 season.

The Lions, along with city and Oklahoma State Fair officials, have revealed that the OG&E Coliseum will be the team's official home for the team's 2025-2026 season. This groundbreaking partnership will bring professional indoor soccer to the heart of Oklahoma City, creating a dynamic hub for sports and entertainment in the region.

The new facility carries a price tag of $126 million and covers 210,000 square feet. Seating capacity for indoor soccer fans will be 4.500. Currently under construction, the arena is scheduled to open later this year. 

The collaboration between Certified Lions FC and the newly built MAPS 4 OG&E Coliseum promises tobring a new level of energy and excitement to the region. Fans will experience thrilling indoor soccer action in a brand-new facility designed to elevate the fan experience and create an unforgettable atmosphere for every game.

Kirk Slaughter, President & CEO of Oklahoma State Fair, Inc., expressed his enthusiasm about the new partnership.

"This is a game-changer for both our venue and for Oklahoma City as a whole. Bringing a professional indoor soccer team like Certified Lions FC to the OG&E Coliseum is not only a major win for the team, but for the entire community. We're excited to be a part of this groundbreaking moment and to transform the OG&E Coliseum into a world-class sports venue. This partnership is a perfect match, and we can't wait to show our fans what we have in store."

Wilson Navas, Owner of Certified Lions FC, also shared his excitement about the partnership.

"The Certified Lions are thrilled to call the OG&E Coliseum our home starting in the 2025-2026 season. This is a bold step forward for the club and a major milestone in our journey to bring world-class indoor soccer to Oklahoma City. The OG&E Coliseum has the potential to host high-energy sporting events, and this makes it the perfect matchfor the vision we havefor our team. We can't wait to see OKC soccer fans fill the stands and be a part of this historic new chapter."

 State-of-the-art amenities in the OG&E Coliseum will create an electric atmosphere, perfect for the fast-paced action of indoor soccer.  Fans will enjoy access to premium seating, VIP areas, and unique fan experiences tailored to the Certified Lions' loyal following, local officials noted.

MASL 2 Commissioner Chris Economides was on hand in OKC last Friday at the press conference announcing the news, and toured the new arena which should be open for business later this year.

"What an incredible facility, with incredible people from both the city, fairgrounds and local business community who are all on board in a big and meaningful way," Economides said. "Wilson is providing the blueprint for virtually ever MASL team to come for how to do it first-class and right both on and off the field."