Chicago Dutch Lions Begins Summer 2023 Season, Spotlights Local Talent

Semi-professional soccer team Chicago Dutch Lions FC has announced its 2023 summer season, providing the western suburbs with high-level soccer that features top talent from local communities.

With a men's and women's team that boasts players from esteemed clubs from secondary school and undergraduate-level teams around the country, including 48 players from the western suburbs, Chicago Dutch Lions FC aims to provide a sense of community for players and fans alike.

Founded in 2020, Chicago Dutch Lions FC is the seventh out of 10 clubs in the national Dutch Lions FC organization and has already made waves in the semi-professional soccer community.
This summer, Chicago Dutch Lions FC is continuing its legacy at Aurora University's Spartan Stadium, playing a total of 12 home games throughout the summer.

The first men's game of the season against Springfield ASC was an away game on Tuesday, May 23. Following the opening game, the men's team played a home game at Aurora University on May 26 against the Des Moines Menace.

Upcoming games:

• June 10: Chicago Dutch Lions FC vs. Peoria City at Aurora University
• June 14: Chicago Dutch Lions FC vs. Chicago City Soccer Club at Aurora University
• June 17: Chicago Dutch Lions FC at Des Moines Menace
• June 28: Chicago Dutch Lions FC at Peoria City
• July 1: Chicago Dutch Lions FC vs. Springfield ASC at Aurora University
• July 8: Chicago Dutch Lions FC vs. FC Wichita at Aurora University
• July 12: Chicago Dutch Lions FC at Chicago City Soccer Club
• July 15: Chicago Dutch Lions FC vs. St. Charles FC at Aurora University

The Chicago Dutch Lions FC men's team is led by head coach Enzo Fuschino and assistant coach Dimitri Tsoukalas. "This summer we're expecting some amazing games from our roster of players. We're playing some great teams which should be great competition for Chicago Dutch Lions," says Coach Enzo. The team will feature players from nearby neighborhoods, including Aurora, Naperville, Bartett, Aurora, Geneva, South Elgin, Arlington Heights, Wheaton and more. For the full roster of players for the Chicago Dutch Lions Men's Team 2023 season, visit chicagodlfc.com/teams/mens-team-usl-2-2023/.