MLS expansion franchise Atlanta United FC will be playing in Mercedes-Benz Stadium beginning in 2017, as team owners announced the naming-rights and branding deal today. (more…)
Galaxy blueprint for future MLS matches?
With a sellout crowd, over 300 accredited journalists and a game broadcast viewed in 150 countries, league officials hope yesterday’s LA Galaxy/New York City FC match is a blueprint for future MLS matches. (more…)
New Minneapolis plan for Minnesota United FC stadium
We have a new plan for a new Minnesota United FC stadium in downtown Minneapolis, as Hennepin County officials are proposing the extension of a sales tax used to fund Target Field construction to acquire land for a new stadium. (more…)
Fans asked for Sacramento Republic FC stadium input
Fans are being asked for their input on the design and entertainment features of a new Sacramento Republic FC stadium, as team management moves ahead with planning in anticipation of an MLS franchise down the road. (more…)
Coleman, Abbott to meet over St. Paul MLS stadium
MLS President Mark Abbott is scheduled to meet with St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman about a potential new Minnesota United FC stadium in the city’s Midway area — a site pitched by Coleman as an alternative to a downtown Minneapolis location. (more…)
NASL: 17 teams by 2017?
With new Puerto Rico and Miami teams on tap for 2016, North American Soccer League (NASL) commissioner Bill Peterson says his circuit is on route to be at 17 teams by 2017. (more…)
Charlotte emerging as MLS city?
A grassroots movement to lure MLS to Charlotte may be leading to more serious talk, as meetings between Charlotte Independence ownership and MLS officials could lead to efforts toward a meaningful bid. (more…)
Tottenham new stadium will accommodate NFL
English Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur announced a ten-year agreement with the NFL to feature two American football games per year in their new stadium. The stadium, due to begin construction this year and open in 2018, will be the first dual-purpose football stadium, equipped for both American and English football. (more…)
Mourinho: Premier League in US?
Jose Mourinho is not easily impressed. The mercurial Chelsea manager is known for winning titles in almost every league in Europe, but not for idle flattery. So when he floats the potential of Chelsea playing part of a Premier League season in the United States, people will listen. (more…)
Krafts bring in Goldman Sachs on new Boston MLS stadium plan
Another sign a new Boston MLS stadium plan is closer to fruition: the Kraft family, which owns the New England Revolution and Gillette Stadium, has met with Goldman Sachs about financing. (more…)