An attempt to force MLS promotion-relegation has been filed in the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to require the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) follow FIFA rules, as argued by Miami FC (NASL) and Kingston Stockade FC (NPSL). (more…)
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MLS to Continue Weighing Miami Beckham United Bid
Miami Beckham United is continuing to pursue entry to MLS, and league commissioner Don Garber is sounding optimistic that the plan will come to fruition. (more…)
Garber: Detroit MLS Bid Closer to Landing Team
With the decision by Wayne County to discuss a move of a half-finished jail to make way for new Detroit MLS stadium, Commissioner Don Garber includes the Motor City bid among the four leaders to land out an MLS expansion team. (more…)
County Rejects Funding Charlotte MLS Stadium, Gives Site to City
In a vote on Wednesday, the Mecklenburg County Commission rejected funding a proposed Charlotte MLS stadium. The vote also limited the county’s contribution to deeding the proposed stadium site to the City of Charlotte. (more…)
Mecklenburg County May Scale Back Charlotte MLS Stadium Commitment
Mecklenburg County is looking to scale back its financial commitment to a new Charlotte MLS stadium, diverting previously committed funding to spending on 13 park, greenway and recreation center projects. (more…)
Tropicana Field Site Instead of Al Lang Stadium for St. Petersburg MLS? Maybe
St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Kriseman raised the possibility of building an MLS-quality stadium at the current Tropicana Field site, but it doesn’t sound like MLS officials or Tampa Bay Rowdies owner Bill Edwards are backing the plan — yet. (more…)
Detroit MLS Stadium Proposal to Pursued by Wayne County
The proposal for a Detroit MLS stadium has received a boost, as Wayne County‘s executive announced that his administration is pursuing an agreement relating to the facility. (more…)
Miami Beckham United, MLS Look for Success in Miami
As it awaits formal approval to join MLS, Miami Beckham United is hoping to resonate with local fans in a city with a mixed history of professional soccer. (more…)
D.C. United Denies That Majority Ownership Stake is for Sale
D.C. United general partner Erick Thohir has said that additional investors are being sought for the club, but denies that the majority stake is for sale. (more…)
Commissioner, FC Cincinnati Split on Nippert Stadium for MLS
Despite doubts that it can support MLS, a Hamilton County commissioner is pushing to keep FC Cincinnati at Nippert Stadium. (more…)