We have news of high-profile NWSL investors on tap, as the ownership groups of the Chicago Red Stars and Washington Spirit have added big names like Alex Ovechkin and Aimee Garcia. (more…)
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Debate over new downtown Spokane stadium continues
The long debate over a new Spokane stadium continues, as the Spokane Public Facilities District announces a deal for a downtown facility with the Spokane Public Schools. (more…)
Mercedes-Benz Stadium to open MLS season at 100 percent capacity
Atlanta United FC will begin the 2021 MLS campaign with Mercedes-Benz Stadium open to 100 percent capacity, according to team/facility owner AMB Sports and Entertainment. (more…)
Synthetic turf on tap for Bank of America Stadium
When MLS expansion team Charlotte FC takes the field in 2022, Bank of America Stadium will sport a synthetic turf to accommodate the wear and tear of both professional football and soccer. (more…)
Future MLS expansion: April 2021
You know that things are getting back to normal on the economic and COVID-19 fronts when discussions of future MLS expansion emerge in league circles. So here’s the latest, as of the end of April. (more…)
Two new USL Championship stadiums on tap for 2021
With the season on the way, we have two new USL Championship stadiums debuting in coming months: Weidner Field (Colorado Springs Switchbacks) and a new Wild Horse Pass facility (Phoenix Rising FC), plus a renovated Memorial Stadium (Charlotte Independence). (more…)
Burkle drops Sacramento MLS expansion bid
Billed as a casualty of the COVID-19 pandemic: Ron Burkle is dropping his acquisition of a Sacramento MLS expansion team once slated to launch play in 2022, leaving the city and league working to find a replacement. (more…)
Ohio looks at allowing 30 percent capacity at MLS games
FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew could be the beneficiaries of a decision by Gov. Mike DeWine allowing MLS stadiums to host fans up to 30 percent capacity when their seasons open in April and May. (more…)
Betsy Haugh new USL Director of Women’s Soccer Operations
Another veteran of Minor League Baseball joins the soccer world, as former Pulaski Yankees General Manager Betsy Haugh is the new Director of Women’s Soccer Operations for USL. (more…)
Fort Wayne moves forward on new soccer-centric development
A $150-million development at the North River area of Fort Wayne, featuring a new stadium for a US League One team, is in the initial stages of planning, according to Mayor Tom Henry. (more…)