Venue Information
Year Opened
Teams
| Team | League | Years |
|---|---|---|
|
Chicago Cardinals
Previously:
Wrigley Field
(1931–1939)
Moved to:
Busch Stadium
(1960–1965)
|
NFL | 1959 - 1959 |
| Chicago Rockets | AAFC | 1946 - 1949 |
|
Troy Trojans
Moved to:
Veterans Memorial Stadium, Larry Blakeney Field
(1977–present)
|
College Football | 1935 - 1935 |
|
Chicago Bears
Previously:
Wrigley Field
(1922–1923)
|
NFL | 1924 - Present |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Soldier Field?
The capacity of Soldier Field is 61,500.
When was Soldier Field built?
Soldier Field opened in 1924.
Who plays at Soldier Field?
Soldier Field is the home venue of Chicago Bears.
Where did the Chicago Cardinals play before Soldier Field?
Before moving to Soldier Field in 1959, the Chicago Cardinals played at Wrigley Field from 1931 to 1939.
Where did the Chicago Cardinals play after Soldier Field?
After leaving Soldier Field in 1959, the Chicago Cardinals moved to Busch Stadium in 1960. They played there until 1965.
Where did the Troy Trojans play after Soldier Field?
After leaving Soldier Field in 1935, the Troy Trojans moved to Veterans Memorial Stadium, Larry Blakeney Field in 1977.
Where did the Chicago Bears play before Soldier Field?
Before moving to Soldier Field in 1924, the Chicago Bears played at Wrigley Field from 1922 to 1923.
Historical Names
Soldier Field
1926 - Present
CurrentMunicipal Grant Park Stadium
1924 - 1925