We have a new name for Banc of California Stadium, as the Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) and BMO announced a new naming rights partnership, resulting in BMO Stadium in use for 2023 and beyond. (more…)
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USL Championship 2023 lineup unveiled
It looks like the break between United Soccer League (USL) and Major League Soccer (MLS) is complete, as USL Championship 2023 will feature 24 teams in two 12-team divisions. (more…)
NYC Mayor Adams unveils NYCFC MLS stadium plan
After years of false starts and failed plans, we may have a proposal from New York City Mayor Eric Adams that might actually succeed, calling for a new privately financed NYCFC MLS stadium and affordable housing project in the Willets Point community in Queens. (more…)
MLS, NWSL expansion update: November 2022
It’s been a few months since we reported on any movement regarding MLS expansion, but we have have some news on that front–and we’re adding to the expansion coverage with news about NWSL expansion as well. Welcome to your November 2022 expansion update. (more…)
USL Championship Milwaukee team for 2025 unveiled
We will have a new USL Championship Milwaukee team for the 2025 season after a formal announcement of the expansion along with new renderings of the downtown stadium. (more…)
WSFS Bank Sportsplex unveiled by Philadelphia Union
Addressing the issue of stadium-related development directly, MLS’s Philadelphia Union unveiled plans for WSFS Bank Sportsplex, a 32-acre, $55-million sports and recreation complex designed to spur economic activity along the Chester Waterfront. (more…)
LA Galaxy, LAFC set for 2023 MLS Rose Bowl match
The Rose Bowl will once again host professional soccer–at least for a day–when LA Galaxy and LAFC square off at the venerable venue on Feb. 26 for a historic 2023 MLS Rose Bowl match. (more…)
Miami Freedom Park receives final zoning approval
We’re one step closer to work beginning on Miami Freedom Park, the new Inter Miami CF stadium and associated development, after the city commission voted 4-1 to approve zoning changes clearing the way to construction. (more…)
Goodbye Rio Tinto Stadium, hello America First Field
We have a naming-rights change to pass along, as Rio Tinto Stadium, home of MLS’s Real Salt Lake, will now be known as America First Field, effective immediately. (more…)
Allianz Field set to host MLS All-Star Game festivities
Big week on tap for Allianz Field, as the home of Minnesota United is set to host the MLS All-Star Game and various events this week, during the league’s big midseason showcase. (more…)