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Topics: NFL, Travis Kelce, American Football
Nasir Jabbar
Travis Kelce has made his feelings clear on the Kansas City Chiefs leaving the Arrowhead Stadium for a new stadium worth a whopping $3 billion.
The Arrowhead Stadium in Missouri has been the Chiefs' long-standing home venue.
It's not only one of the oldest stadiums in the NFL but is also one of the most legendary venues that creates a spectacular atmosphere.
But they have announced plans to leave the Arrowhead Stadium for a new domed stadium that will be built across the Kansas-Missouri state line.
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It will be ready for the start of the 2031 NFL season.
As well as a new home, a new team headquarters and training facility for the Chiefs will also be built in Kansas as part of the project.
The Chiefs have played at the Arrowhead Stadium since 1972 but will abandon the iconic ground following approval by lawmakers in Kansas.
On Monday, Chiefs chairman and chief executive Clark Hunt said: "Today is an extraordinary day in the history of the Kansas City Chiefs.
"We are excited to partner with the State of Kansas to bring a world-class stadium to our fans. This project represents another step in our legacy of innovation and our fan-first mentality."
Speaking before Monday's verdict, Chiefs star Kelce made his feelings clear on leaving the Arrowhead Stadium.
He called it 'home' and said playing at the Missouri-based stadium is 'part of my heart' before saying the decision is up to the fans.
"Arrowhead is home for me," Kelce told KC Kingdom. "It’s a part of my heart, playing in that stadium. But the fans want what the fans want. We play for them. I think it’s up to them."
Kelce has enjoyed an iconic spell at the Arrowhead Stadium, having inspired his team to three Super Bowl triumphs.
But Kelce and his teammates have struggled this season.
The Chiefs' impending stadium move follows a disappointing season in which Andy Reid's side have failed to reach the play-offs for the first since the 2014/15 term.