Local football fans have a reason to celebrate as Auckland FC will play their home games at Go Media Stadium in Mt Smart for the next five years, thanks to a new multi-year partnership with Auckland Stadiums, a division of Auckland Unlimited.

Their training and administrative headquarters will be based at North Harbour Stadium in Albany.

However, some Coasties will be unhappy that North Harbour Stadium wasn't announced as the home ground.

Launched this year, Auckland FC is bringing professional football back to Auckland.

The team will kick off their inaugural A-League Men season in October, with the first game at Go Media Stadium.

Go Media has also partnered with Auckland FC as their official outdoor media partner.

“We are thrilled to welcome Auckland FC and look forward to football fans from all over New Zealand joining us at Go Media Stadium over the next five years,” said Auckland Unlimited Stadiums Director James Parkinson.

“Auckland FC will write their own history into our sporting tapestry, and we look forward to being a part of the journey.”

Auckland FC Chief Executive Officer Nick Becker expressed his enthusiasm: “Go Media Stadium is an iconic football stadium in New Zealand and we can’t wait to write our own stories here. We are building a team packed with young, exciting Kiwi talent who will play an attacking style of football for Auckland football fans to enjoy.”

The 2024/25 season begins in October, and Auckland FC inaugural season memberships are now on sale.