A grassroots movement to lure MLS to Charlotte may be leading to more serious talk, as meetings between Charlotte Independence ownership and MLS officials could lead to efforts toward a meaningful bid. (more…)
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Krafts bring in Goldman Sachs on new Boston MLS stadium plan
Another sign a new Boston MLS stadium plan is closer to fruition: the Kraft family, which owns the New England Revolution and Gillette Stadium, has met with Goldman Sachs about financing. (more…)
Atlanta United FC game plan emerges
The game plan for Atlanta’s 2017 MLS team is close to being complete, as the name, logo, colors and training center for Atlanta United FC are now finalized. (more…)
D.C. United takes next steps toward new stadium
D.C. United is moving forward with planning on a new Buzzard Point stadium after hiring Populous to work on more detailed plans and polling potential season-ticket holders and sponsors on what they’d like to see in a new MLS facility. (more…)
Big weekend on MLS attendance front
It was a big weekend on the MLS attendance front, as teams drew 235,578 fans to 10 matches across the league. (more…)
New Orlando City SC stadium: larger, privately financed
We have renderings for a new Orlando City SC stadium, as the team comes back with a plan for a larger, privately financed facility with lots of amenities, increased capacity and a signature plaza for fans meeting at matches. (more…)
Pol: Use Twins ballpark tax to pay for Minneapolis MLS stadium
Commissioner Peter McLaughlin says proceeds from a Hennepin County sales tax used to build Target Field could be used towards the infrastructure needed for a new Minneapolis MLS stadium. (more…)
Beckham MLS group formally commits to Marlins Park site
The David Beckham MLS group has formally committed to a new soccer stadium site next to Marlins Park, leading the way for a 2018 expansion franchise. (more…)
90K expected for FC Barcelona/Galaxy friendly
A full house — some 90,000 strong — is expected at the Rose Bowl tonight for the high-profile international FC Barcelona/Galaxy friendly, despite Lionel Messi being a no-show. (more…)
Miami MLS stadium site focuses on Marlins Park area
Succumbing to political realities, the David Beckham-led investment group seeking to build a Miami MLS stadium will begin negotiating with the city for the use of land next to Marlins Park. (more…)