David Beckham and his investment group say they are not seeking to place an MLS expansion team in Las Vegas, refuting an earlier report. (more…)
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Handicapping MLS Expansion: May Edition
If there’s any serious sport in the professional-soccer world past the game on the pitch, it’s plotting future MLS expansion. The last time we explored the issue FC Cincinnati had not played a single match, a proposal for a new downtown Detroit stadium had not been announced, and a new Miami stadium was a lock. […]
MLS to Vegas Redux? Beckham Says Yes
The headlines surrounding a new $1.4 billion Las Vegas domed stadium will focus on the Oakland Raiders, but David Beckham laid out a tantalizing proposition for soccer fans: the potential of an MLS team taking up occupancy as well. (more…)
MLS shoots down Vegas stadium plan
MLS informed Las Vegas officials that an expansion bid for Sin City wouldn’t be accepted by the league, leaving Sacramento and Minnesota as prime candidates to land teams in 2017 and 2018. (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…)
Councilman vows referendum on new Vegas MLS stadium
Las Vegas City Councilman Bob Beers will fight to give citizens a say on funding for a new Vegas MLS stadium via referendum, though his initial efforts on a ballot fight have been rebuffed. (more…)
Las Vegas soccer stadium subsidy approved
A new Las Vegas soccer stadium could receive some $56.5 million in subsidies from the city if an MLS expansion bid is granted, under terms of the deal approved by the City Council. (more…)
Sacramento, Minnesota lead in MLS expansion race
Bids from Sacramento and Minnesota interests have the inner track to landing a coveted MLS expansion team, with Las Vegas trailing for lack of a solid stadium plan. (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…)