Expansion of the NWSL remains a priority, but a few key questions remain, according to commissioner Jeff Plush. (more…)
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NASL adds Rayo OKC for 2016
More NASL expansion news: Rayo OKC, owned by La Liga’s Rayo Vallecano de Madrid and local businessman Sean Jones, will begin play at Miller Stadium in the league’s spring season. (more…)
Garber: Miami MLS decision could come before end of year
A Miami MLS decision about whether David Beckham and investors build a new stadium next to Marlins Park could happen before the end of the year, according to MLS Commissioner Don Garber. (more…)
New Atlanta United FC home: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
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…)
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…)
Beckham MLS group formally commits to Marlins Park site
The David Beckham MLS group has formally committed to a new soccer stadium site next to Marlins Park, leading the way for a 2018 expansion franchise. (more…)
Beckham: We’re close to Miami MLS stadium decision
David Beckham says his investment group will make a decision shortly about a new Miami MLS stadium, as the league enters the home stretch in expansion decisions. (more…)
Garber: Decision on MLS expansion in next six months
A decision on MLS expansion should be made in the next six months, as MLS Commissioner Don Garber issues a strong warning to Miami officials about the need for a downtown stadium. (more…)
Could AEG be key to Vegas MLS hopes?
Despite not being directly involved in a new-stadium effort, sports giant AEG could be a key player in keeping Las Vegas MLS hopes alive. (more…)
Sacramento leading contender for MLS expansion team?
With the league holding meetings last week with potential MLS expansion team owners, the betting has Sacramento a leading contender to land a team, with a strong ownership group and a promising stadium plan. (more…)