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Governor Shapiro Says Future Eagles Stadium Will Stay Within Philadelphia
8/26/2026, 8:43:25 PM
Shapiro Confirms Future Eagles Stadium Will Remain in Philadelphia
On August 26, 2026, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro attended a public Philadelphia Eagles practice at Lincoln Financial Field that drew roughly 45,000 fans. Speaking to the crowd, Shapiro asserted, “Here’s what I can tell you for sure: It’s going to be in the city of Philadelphia,” and added that the state will work with the franchise once its plans are clearer. The governor’s remarks came amid the team’s “exploratory” phase, during which owner Jeffrey Lurie said the Eagles are evaluating both renovation options and the possibility of a brand-new stadium.
Background: Lease Expiration and Exploratory Planning
The Eagles’ current lease for Lincoln Financial Field runs through the 2032 season. In the summer of 2025, the organization emailed season-ticket holders asking for input on the “future Eagles stadium experience,” indicating that decisions on location, design and financing remain in early stages. While the franchise has looked at sites across the region—including New Jersey, Delaware and various Philadelphia suburbs—Shapiro’s statement narrows the discussion to locations inside the city limits.
Official Statements & Responses
Governor Shapiro emphasized a “thoughtful and deliberative approach” by the Eagles’ leadership, noting that the team will consider what best serves fans over the next 30-50 years. Owner Jeffrey Lurie, when asked about location in March, replied that the priority is “whatever’s best for the fans,” without committing to a specific site. The governor declined to comment on the ongoing debate over a potential retractable roof or dome, deferring to the franchise’s own evaluation process.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Here’s what I can tell you for sure: It’s going to be in the city of Philadelphia,” — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, eagles governor
- “The Eagles organization is thinking about what they want for the future, and we know that the future is going to be here in Philadelphia,” — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, eagles governor
Impact and Next Steps
If the Eagles ultimately choose a new venue within Philadelphia, the project could include a roof, positioning the city to host marquee events such as the Super Bowl or the NCAA Final Four. The decision will also intersect with broader sports-complex redevelopment plans involving Comcast-Spectacor, HBSE and the Philadelphia Phillies.
