Though the match wasn’t particularly close, Fox’s broadcast of the United States/Japan World Cup final set a ratings record for any soccer game, with the number of viewers peaking in the final 15 minutes of play. (more…)
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NASL lands ONE World broadcast deal
The North American Soccer League (NASL) should see plenty of new exposure after agreeing to a new broadcast deal with the ONE World Sports network that includes a game of the week and a highlight show. (more…)
If not Minneapolis MLS stadium, then St. Paul
With a July 1 deadline passing on a game plan for a Minneapolis MLS stadium, league officials are turning to St. Paul as a potential home for a new facility. (more…)
San Antonio MLS expansion bid slipping?
A San Antonio MLS expansion bid may be slipping, as efforts to expand Toyota Field for an upgraded San Antonio Scorpions squad seem to have stalled. (more…)
Cosmos to make history today in Cuba
It’s a friendly for the ages: the NASL’s New York Cosmos will make history tonight in Havana with a match against the Cuban National Team, with the first visiting pro sports team from the United States since 1999. (more…)
Carmelo Anthony reviving Puerto Rico NASL team?
New York Knicks star Carmelo Anthony is meeting with North American Soccer League and local officials about the potential of reviving a Puerto Rico NASL team in coming years. (more…)
Earthquakes to host 2016 Major League Soccer All-Star Game
The San Jose Earthquakes will host the 2016 Major League Soccer All-Star Game, giving team ownership a chance to showcase Avaya Stadium. (more…)
Garber heading to Miami to resolve MLS roadblock
MLS Commissioner Don Garber is heading to Miami to meet with investors seeking to bring a new team and stadium to the area, as efforts toward both have stalled in the public eye. (more…)
NASL adds Miami FC for 2016
Riccardo Silva and Paolo Maldini aren’t waiting to see if David Beckham and crew can resolve a Miami MLS roadblock: they’re launching Miami FC in NASL for the 2016 season. (more…)
Special session key for Orlando City SC stadium
A potential June special session of the Florida Legislature could yield the $30 million local political leaders want to see spent on a new Orlando City SC stadium, but as is always the case with Florida politics, nothing is assured. (more…)