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Chicago FC United

Glenview, IL

About the Club

Chicago FC United is an elite youth soccer program based in suburban Chicago, Illinois, with facilities in Glenview. The club was established in 2003, providing over two decades of experience in youth soccer development. Chicago FC United offers programs for both boys and girls, serving a wide range of age groups from U-8 through U-18. The club is recognized for its strong focus on player development and college placement, evidenced by its college showcase events and numerous college commitments. Chicago FC United's academy teams are founding members of top competitive leagues, including MLS Next and the Girls Academy. The club's commitment to excellence is highlighted by its ranking as a top youth club nationally by Soccer Wire. In 2021, their U-19 Boys Pre-Academy Red team secured a USYS National Championship. Chicago FC United also maintains an academy affiliation with Chicago Fire FC, further enhancing player pathways.

Age Groups

U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
U16
U17
U18
U19

Programs

Boys
Girls
Travel
Programs & Cost / Fee Struture

* Cost information is not official and is for reference only. Please visit the club's official website or contact the club directly for more information.

Development Academy (DA) ID Clinics

Age Group: Elite-level players

Commitment: Clinic

Club Fee: Program Fully Funded

College Recruiting Program (CRP)

Age Group: 8th-12th grade girls, 9th-12th grade boys (Pre-Academy)

Commitment: Program Duration

Club Fee: Program Fully Funded

Locations, Fields, & Facilities
Marie Murphy School - 2921 Illinois Rd, Wilmette, IL
Winnetka Park District - 540 Hibbard Road, Winnetka, IL
Willow Park Fields - 401 Wagner Rd, Northfield, IL 60093
Fox Meadow Fields - Fox Meadow Drive, Northfield, IL 60093
Loyola Academy Fields - 1900 Johns Drive, Glenview, IL 60026
New Trier North Field - 385 Winnetka Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093
Falcon Fields - 3090 N Lake Terrace, Glenview IL, 60026
North Shore SportsCenter - 1900 Old Willow Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062
Vernon Hills Athletic Complex
Location Map

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