EST. IN THE PORT CITY
WE ARE CAPE FEAR GOONERS
A small but fierce band of Arsenal supporters on the North Carolina coast. We gather for every match, welcome every newcomer, and fly the flag for the Gunners in Wilmington.
Who we are
Cape Fear Gooners is the Wilmington supporters branch for Arsenal Football Club. Whether you bleed red and white from childhood or you got pulled in last season, you belong here. We're family-friendly, we're loud at the right moments, and we take our football (and our banter) seriously.
Official Arsenal America branch
We're proud to be an official branch of Arsenal America, the officially-recognized US supporters organization for Arsenal FC. That connects our little coastal crew to nearly 100 branches nationwide — shared traditions, the home-match ticket lottery, and a home pub in just about every city you'll ever visit. Learn about Arsenal America ↗
A new home at Tap Yard
After many years we've moved up the road to Tap Yard(502 S 16th St) — Wilmington's 1-acre beer garden — our home since August 2026. Getting the club organized through that move is exactly why this site exists: so every member always knows where and when we're watching. Plan your visit →
Our values
- Everyone's welcomeNew fans, families, traveling Gooners — pull up a stool.
- Match comes firstSound on, phones down, sing when we're winning.
- Local rootsWe support Wilmington spots and the coastal community.
- One ArsenalPart of a global family and a national network.
Branch leadership
Reach the board at CFGManager@capefeargooners.com.