Houston Dynamo's new home will be called BBVA Compass Stadium

The bank will be the sponsor of Major League Soccer's newest soccer-specific stadium, with the Dynamo set to move in next season.

Dec 14, 2011 4:23:00 PM

By Seth Vertelney

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The Houston Dynamo and BBVA Compass, a bank headquartered in the southern portion of the U.S., announced they have agreed to a multi-year naming rights agreement for the team’s new downtown Houston stadium currently under construction.

"With today’s announcement and the brand new BBVA Compass Stadium, we have a partner that not only shares our vision for the stadium but our franchise’s commitment to the community," said Timothy J. Leiweke, president and CEO, of Anschutz Entertainment Group.
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“I would like to thank BBVA Compass for sharing our vision for the future and our commitment to the community,” said Dynamo president of business operations Chris Canetti. “Together we will utilize the stadium as a driving force toward making a positive impact on the city."

BBVA Compass Stadium will seat 22,000 and is set to open on May 12.

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