Akron City FC

Ahead of the upcoming U.S. Open Cup Qualifying rounds, Akron City FC is excited to announce two internal promotions as the club continues building for the future.

Neso Ivanis has been named Head Coach, effective immediately.

Neso has been an integral part of our coaching staff for the past three seasons, making a major impact both on the field and on the recruiting trail. Most recently, he played a key role in helping the team close out the 2026 season with five consecutive victories.

The player experience off the field is just as important as the results on it, and Neso has helped make Akron City FC a trusted destination for players and a club that college coaches feel confident sending their athletes to each summer. He has a bright coaching future ahead of him, and we are thrilled that he will continue that journey with Akron City FC.

After four successful seasons leading the club on the field, Andy Hoggarth has been promoted to Sporting Director.

During his tenure as Head Coach, Andy compiled a 25-17-10 record and guided Akron City FC to three consecutive winning seasons. In his new role, Andy will remain an important part of player recruitment while also assisting ownership with additional ventures that will be announced soon.

Congratulations to Neso and Andy as they begin their new roles!

The next chapter starts now.

ICYMI: Akron City FC at Lorain County Leviathan FC at 5pm on September 13th, 2026 at Forefront Field in Avon!

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Bonus soccer is coming to Northeast Ohio! 🏆⚽️

Akron City FC will travel to Avon to face the Lorain County Leviathan in the opening round of U.S. Open Cup Qualifying.

The two clubs split their 2026 meetings...the rubber match for the team from the Rubber City.

It’s a battle between two strong USL League Two Clubs and we’re starting to think the other teams chipped in to make sure Akron City and Lorain County eliminated one another in the opening round.

For Northeast Ohio soccer fans, it’s an early-round treat that feels more like a final.

Two local rivals. One spot in the next round. All part of the country’s oldest and most prestigious soccer tournament.

📍 ForeFront Field | Avon, Ohio
📅 September 13th, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM

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🏆 U.S. OPEN CUP QUALIFYING UPDATE 🏆

Akron City FC is officially hitting the road!

We’ve drawn an AWAY match in the first qualifying window, scheduled for the weekend of September 12–13.

We expect to learn our opponent, official date, time and location early next week.

The road to the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup starts here.
Stay tuned! 👀⚽️

Our front office had the chance to visit the Akron Canton Regional food bank today, we look forward to partnering off the field to do our part in solving food insecurity in the Akron area. More to come!

⚽️ IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR! ⚽️

The road to the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup begins again! 🏆🇺🇸

Akron City FC is officially entered into the qualifying rounds for the oldest and most prestigious soccer tournament in the United States, with first-round matches beginning as early as mid-September.

After the heartbreak of our 2025 penalty shootout loss, we're ready for another shot.

Time for redemption.

Keep an eye on our social media channels for:

📅 Match schedule
👥 Roster announcements
🎟️ Ticket information
🔥 Everything you need to follow our U.S. Open Cup journey

Let's make a run.

While ACFC’s season is over, we are keeping an eye on the NOSL. The league has been a great addition to the local market since 2019…and they have pro/rel

A spot in the First Division is on the line as Akron United Football Club and forestcityfcfc face off in the Promotion Playoff Final! The winner plays in the First Division next season, the loser will be in the Second Division. Who you got?

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⚽🎡 It's that time of year again!

Join us for our 4th Annual FREE Youth Soccer Clinic, presented in partnership with the Summit County Fair!

🎟️ Registration is FREE!
Simply complete the Google Form below to reserve your spot:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeREvsiRNocLmjbEbZYKySv4GpsjR9tBJvdhRwXHhKzTPVEzg/viewform

Every child who registers will receive:
✅ FREE admission to the Summit County Fair (ticket sent via email)
👕 A FREE T-shirt
⚽ A great afternoon of soccer with our USL League Two players and coaches

Spots are limited, so be sure to register today. We can't wait to see everyone at the fair!