We are indeed living in a new age: Sporting KC’s Dom Dwyer was issued a yellow card during Sunday’s MLS home match for snapping a selfie after scoring a goal. (more…)
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Jürgen Klinsmann: Develop U.S. youth, pace for future World Cups
It will take a renewed emphasis on youth soccer in this country — the 17-21-year-olds, from development leagues to MLS — and increased workloads in order to prepare an American squad that can truly complete in future World Cups, according to coach Jürgen Klinsmann. (more…)
Solar energy to power new San Jose Earthquakes stadium
Solar panels will supply most of the game-day electricity needed to power the new San Jose Earthquakes stadium slated to open in 2015. (more…)
Soccer may not matter when it comes to future of new D.C. United stadium
After an initial public hearing, it became clear at the future of a new D.C. United stadium may not hinge at all on soccer, but rather on the District’s ability to put together a financial and land deal. (more…)
DC begins deliberating new United soccer stadium
The D.C. Council has begun discussions regarding a new United soccer stadium, and while there appears to be enthusiasm for the Buzzard Point project, there are some questions about the deal’s structure. (more…)
San Antonio MLS stadium plan expected later this summer
San Antonio Scorpions owner Gordon Hartman says he’s in talks with Mexican investors who could help finance a San Antonio MLS stadium, but local politics could impact any amount of city aid for the expansion of Toyota Field. (more…)
Another prominent Miami politician pushes MLS stadium next to Marlins Park
Though David Beckham and his investors have made it clear they weren’t interested in building in Little Havana, another prominent Miami politician is pushing for a new MLS stadium next to Marlins Park. (more…)
MLSE: We want to make BMO Field soccer capital of North America
Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE) certainly is thinking big when it comes to the future of BMO Field: proposed renovations would allow the Toronto venue to host high-profile friendlies and tournament in addition to MLS play. (more…)
Vikings, Twins jockeying for Minnesota MLS franchise
The heavyweights are positioning for a bid on a Minnesota MLS franchise, and the two sides are anchored by the two leading players in the Twin Cities sports economy: the Minnesota Vikings and the Minnesota Twins. (more…)
U.S. World Cup broadcast sets ratings records for ESPN, Univision
We’re still early in the competition, but we’re already seeing some records, as Sunday’s U.S. World Cup broadcast sets ratings records for ESPN and Univision, outperforming the NBA Finals and almost every World Series game. (more…)