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Footlab is bringing a groundbreaking football experience to the United States. Footlab — the world’s first AI-powered soccer performance and entertainment franchise — will open its first U.S. location in a 165,000+ square-foot, five-acre venue in Orange County, California, in partnership with Stake Investors.

Created to merge eSports, real-life football, and cutting-edge technology, Footlab offers a world-class environment where players can train, compete, and track real-time performance data across multiple high-tech stations, all seamlessly connected through a global digital ecosystem.

Designed for the next generation of football players, Footlab connects players worldwide, enabling them to measure and improve their skills while competing with peers across the globe. Its proprietary technology, developed in-house by sports scientists, engineers, UX designers, and AI/data experts, delivers an advanced data-driven football experience.

“Launching Footlab in the United States marks a major step in our global expansion strategy — and more than that, it’s a milestone in our mission to redefine the future of soccer,” said Paulo Almeida, COO of Footlab. “Orange County stands out as the perfect stage, with its passion for sport, diverse community, and dynamic market. We’re creating an experience unlike anything the U.S. has seen before — one that sets a new global benchmark for soccer performance and entertainment. This launch marks the start of our U.S. journey, with plans already in motion to bring Footlab to major cities nationwide.”

Andres Cuenca, Founder & CEO of Stake Investors, added:
“It is an honor and a privilege to open the first Footlab in the United States and the largest in the world. We are especially proud that it will debut in Orange County in the City of Santa Ana, a great community that has been incredibly supportive. Bringing Footlab’s world–class technology, expertise, and passion to the United States comes at a perfect time, with soccer popularity surging across the country. I feel truly fortunate to collaborate with Footlab World to introduce this groundbreaking experience, and we can’t wait to share it with the American soccer community.”

● 165,000+ square feet of football innovation
A world-class facility on 5 premium acres, combining multiple indoor and outdoor fields in the heart of Orange County.

● Technology and AI meets the beautiful game
Proprietary Technology, AI-powered performance analytics track technical, physical, and cognitive skills in real time.

● Training reimagined
Single and multiplayer stations deliver interactive experiences for athletes and casual players alike.

● A true community Hub
Neutral, club-independent environment welcoming youth players, adult leagues, families, and corporate teams.

● Beyond the pitch – global events and brand activations
Special events, tournaments, and global brand activations make Footlab OC a destination for the wider sports and lifestyle community.

● First U.S. flagship — built to scale
Orange County marks the launchpad for Footlab’s nationwide expansion, setting a new benchmark for football performance and entertainment in America.

The official grand opening is scheduled for early 2026, with a special event.

Pre-register here and stay up to date on the opening of Footlab Orange County, California!