As 2021 nears an end, MLS is seemingly closer to expansion than it’s been since March 2020. But there’s little mystery this time around, with MLS Commissioner Don Garber expressing a clear preference for Las Vegas. (more…)
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MLS Next Pro unveiled, in massive soccer realignment
MLS Next Pro, the new Division III circuit launching in 2022, will feature 21 clubs in 2022 and adding at least eight teams in 2023, representing a serious realignment in professional soccer. (more…)
New San Diego Loyal stadium part of arena discussions
A new San Diego Loyal stadium seating 20,000 is part of a proposal to redo the Pechanga Arena area into a multiuse development featuring a new arena, affordable housing and a concert venue. (more…)
Louisville now a U.S. soccer hotbed
With Louisville City FC pacing USL Championship in attendance and Racing Louisville FC posting solid numbers in NWSL, Louisville is now a U.S. soccer hotbed. (more…)
New York City FC Bronx stadium on life support?
The on-again, off-again New York City FC Bronx stadium may be close to being permanently off, as local support for a billion-dollar development centered on a new MLS facility seems to be eroding. (more…)
Misconduct allegations reach MLS
Misconduct and abuse allegations that roiled NWSL last month have now reached MLS, as a former women’s coach for the Vancouver Whitecaps has been accused of inappropriate behavior. (more…)
Real Salt Lake sale still in the works
It’s been a year since Dell Loy Hansen walked away from team operations after his racist remarks surfaced, but a Real Salt Lake sale still needs to be finalized. (more…)
Neighborhood-centric art now part of new St. Louis City SC stadium design
An experiential art exhibit honoring the former Mill Creek Valley neighborhood, a historically Black area, is now part of the new St. Louis City SC stadium design. (more…)
Allianz Field lands 2022 MLS All-Star Game
Allianz Field, home of Minnesota United FC, is hosting the 2022 MLS All-Star Game on August 10, as a week of festivities is planned for Minneapolis-St. Paul. (more…)
Kansas City NWSL moves to Children’s Mercy Park for 2022
Kansas City NWSL will play its 2022 schedule at Children’s Mercy Park, home of Sporting KC, after playing this season at a minor-league ballpark, Legends Field. (more…)