Following concerns that Phoenix Rising FC amassed the most points in league play with a boost from a San Diego Loyal forfeit, the team announced it would not host the USL Championship title game should it reach the finals. (more…)
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Three teams opt for MLS U-23 league, withdraw from USL Soccer
Three MLS-owned teams in USL Soccer–Philadelphia Union II, Portland Timbers 2 and Orlando City B–have withdrawn from USL Championship and League One to play in a new MLS U-23 league come 2022. (more…)
New site for Des Moines stadium pitched
With the acquisition of new property on the edge of downtown, a new Des Moines stadium for a USL Championship team and entertainment district is being pitched by the Krause Group. (more…)
Oakland Roots joins USL Championship
We have a notable addition to the 2021 USL Championship lineup, as established side Oakland Roots will be joining the league after making the leap from third division NISA. (more…)
Future of FC Tucson: Cloudy
The future of USL League One’s FC Tucson is up in the air, as owner Phoenix Rising FC is evaluating options for the team in 2021 and beyond. (more…)
Picture clearer for St. Louis pro soccer
With the announcement of St. Louis City SC as the branding for the 2023 MLS expansion team and the reporting of Saint Louis City folding at the end of the 2020 USL Championship season, the future of St. Louis pro soccer became clearer. (more…)
More USL Championship COVID-19 schedule changes
Some more USL Championship COVID-19 schedule interruptions to report: an outbreak amongst LA Galaxy II players has led to three matches postponed in the past and down the road, but other teams report success welcoming fans back to the stadium. (more…)
USL Championship navigates rough 2020 season
As one of the first American sports leagues to return to play without player bubbles, USL Championship has faced plenty of roadblocks in competition this year–but league officials are confident they’ll finish the 2020 season. (more…)
New SD Loyal stadium pitched at arena redevelopment
A new SD Loyal stadium is proposed as part of a planned redevelopment of the 48-acre sports arena property, as the city reviews two submissions for an overhaul of the underused Pechanga Arena property. (more…)
USL Championship 2020 season resumes
We saw a resumption of the USL Championship 2020 season over the weekend, as a new schedule and revised operating procedures brought the game back to fans. (more…)