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North Carolina FC Disbands, Eyes USL Division One Future

11/5/2025

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North Carolina FC (NCFC) will not field a team in 2026.
The club plans to release all contracted players.
NCFC finished third in the Eastern Conference and remains in the playoffs.
NCFC has applied for membership in the United Soccer League (USL)'s Division One league, launching in 2028.
The USL supports the decision, noting Raleigh's potential as a Division One market contingent on meeting professional standards.

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Story summary

North Carolina FC (NCFC) will not field a team in 2026.
The club plans to release all contracted players.
NCFC finished third in the Eastern Conference and remains in the playoffs.
NCFC has applied for membership in the United Soccer League (USL)'s Division One league, launching in 2028.
The USL supports the decision, noting Raleigh's potential as a Division One market contingent on meeting professional standards.