MLS executives made a much-anticipated visit on Tuesday, appearing in Charlotte as elected leaders continue to discuss a proposed stadium. (more…)
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Charlotte Preps for Visit as MLS Expansion Bid Continues
MLS officials are slated visit Charlotte next week, an appearance that would come the city’s MLS expansion bid continues to unfold. (more…)
Phoenix Rising FC Makes its MLS Expansion Case to Mark Abbott
Phoenix Rising FC appears to have made a strong impression on MLS deputy commissioner Mark Abbott, who met with the organization during a visit on Tuesday. (more…)
San Diego, Tampa Bay Make Their MLS Cases
In distinct and very unique ways on Monday, the Tampa Bay Rowdies and San Diego officials made their expansion cases on the MLS. (more…)
MLS: We’re Committed to SC STL if St. Louis Lands Expansion Team
MLS President Mark Abbott says that SC STL is the leading — and only — contender to land an expansion team should the soccer circuit expand to St. Louis, eliminating Foundry St. Louis‘s competing bid from consideration. (more…)
MLS Expansion Fee Could Rise to $200 Million
A future MLS expansion fee could rise to $200 million, as officials are clearly seeking to take advantage of interest from multiple groups seeking to enter the league in coming years. (more…)
Wilt: Indy can land MLS with right facility
If Indianapolis soccer fans want to see MLS expansion, a high-quality soccer stadium — and not necessarily a renovated Carroll Stadium — is essential to capture the attention of league officials. (more…)
Findlay: Las Vegas could land MLS expansion team
After meeting with MLS officials, Justin Findlay says Las Vegas is in prime position to land an MLS expansion team if a new downtown stadium is built. (more…)
MLS rejects Little Havana stadium site; Beckham looking at LA?
The future of an MLS expansion franchise in Miami has gone from done deal to question mark, with league officials rejecting a Little Havana site for a new stadium and David Beckham is reportedly looking at taking over the troubled Chivas USA franchise. (more…)