At the end of the day it wasn’t close, as today the D.C. Council unanimously approved a new D.C. United stadium, expected to open in the 2017 season. (more…)
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Sacramento, Minnesota lead in MLS expansion race
Bids from Sacramento and Minnesota interests have the inner track to landing a coveted MLS expansion team, with Las Vegas trailing for lack of a solid stadium plan. (more…)
Garber: Decision on MLS expansion in next six months
A decision on MLS expansion should be made in the next six months, as MLS Commissioner Don Garber issues a strong warning to Miami officials about the need for a downtown stadium. (more…)
New Revolution stadium in motion?
There are more indications that the Kraft family is working on a new Revolution stadium plan, as at least one corporation has been approached about a naming-rights/sponsorship deal. (more…)
D.C. United stadium moves forward
A funding plan for a D.C. United stadium moves forward, as the $300-million project would be the most expensive ever built by an MLS franchise. (more…)
Could AEG be key to Vegas MLS hopes?
Despite not being directly involved in a new-stadium effort, sports giant AEG could be a key player in keeping Las Vegas MLS hopes alive. (more…)
Hartman: San Antonio MLS team still possible
Despite not being invited to meet with league officials, a San Antonio MLS team is still possible, according to Scorpions owner Gordon Hartman. (more…)
Sacramento leading contender for MLS expansion team?
With the league holding meetings last week with potential MLS expansion team owners, the betting has Sacramento a leading contender to land a team, with a strong ownership group and a promising stadium plan. (more…)
United FC pitches MLS on Twin Cities expansion franchise
Representatives from NASL’s Minnesota United FC were in New York City last week to meet with MLS officials about their plans for a Twin Cities expansion franchise. (more…)
South Boston site eyed for new Rev stadium
The Kraft family has been talking with Boston officials about a New England Revolution new stadium site on Interstate 93, close to MBTA’s Red Line and the South Station. (more…)