Talk about a new Boston MLS stadium for the New England Revolution is back in the discussion phase, as team owner Robert Kraft and Mayor Martin J. Walsh have met several times about such a facility. (more…)
Author Archive | Kevin Reichard
Chester mayor: We’re not seeing good return on PPL Park
After five years, it’s clear that PPL Park, home of MLS’s Philadelphia Union, is a draw on the business front — but local leaders want to see more economic commitment from the team’s owners. (more…)
New Orlando City SC stadium plan: larger, privately financed
Huge shift for the new Orlando City SC stadium plan: the team will privately finance a larger stadium than originally envisioned, with a 25,000-28,000-capacity facility expected to open in 2016. (more…)
El Paso pro soccer could be boosted by Mexican team
MountainStar Sports Group is entering the world of pro soccer with a team playing out of Universidad Autonoma de Ciudad Juarez — and owner say this can only boost efforts to launch El Paso pro soccer. (more…)
FIFA rocked by corruption charges
Fourteen top-level FIFA officials and sports-marketing executives were charged with corruption, as the overseers of World Cup soccer are accused of accepting bribes to rig tournament bids, marketing, media rights and more. (more…)
Marlins Park site back in play for Miami MLS stadium
A Marlins Park location is back in play for a Miami MLS stadium, as David Beckham and investors have reportedly decided to consider facility plans there. (more…)
Wilt: Indy can land MLS with right facility
If Indianapolis soccer fans want to see MLS expansion, a high-quality soccer stadium — and not necessarily a renovated Carroll Stadium — is essential to capture the attention of league officials. (more…)
New for 2018 in MLS: Minnesota United FC
We have the 23rd team in Major League Soccer, as Minnesota United FC will make the leap from NASL to MLS for the 2018 season, beating out Sacramento and Miami for the time being. (more…)