PayPal Park
Overview
PayPal Park is a soccer-specific stadium in San Jose, California. Home of the San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) and Bay FC (NWSL). Opened February 27, 2015. Located adjacent to San Jose International Airport.
Specifications
- Capacity: ~18,000 (smallest in MLS)
- Canopy roof, steep-raked seating
- 2-acre fan zone with largest outdoor bar in North America
- Double-sided video scoreboard
Investment Thesis
Professional soccer anchor in the Bay Area. san-jose-earthquakes-academy trains adjacent. Not directly relevant to club acquisitions but establishes the pro pathway infrastructure in the market.