Millions of dollars in state funding failed to yield Memphis 901 FC its own stadium in the Bluff City and now the club is moving to California.

A new stadium for 901 FC was ultimately left out of a funding deal between the state and the City of Memphis. “After evaluating multiple potential stadium options, unfortunately

In a statement, 901 FC said a soccer-specific stadium was an essential part of keeping a pro team in Memphis and that its stadium plans were “unceremoniously left out” after the city received the state funding.