We end 2019 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Soccer Stadium Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #1: MLS expansion in 2019 and beyond. (more…)
Tag Archives | MLS expansion
North Carolina FC Owner Moves Forward with Development Proposal
A group that includes North Carolina FC owner Steve Malik is signaling a willingness to complete a sprawling development in Raleigh with or without an MLS stadium, as developers acquire needed property for the proposal. (more…)
City, St. Louis MLS Owners Continue Stadium Planning
Despite a recent setback with a request for state tax credits for the project, St. Louis MLS ownership and city officials are proceeding in the planning process for a new stadium. (more…)
Discussions Over Las Vegas MLS Stadium Proposal Will Continue
Even with uncertainty over whether MLS will expand again after awarding Charlotte its 30th team, discussions over a Las Vegas MLS stadium proposal at the Cashman Field site will continue. (more…)
$30M in State Tax Credits for St. Louis MLS Stadium Project Unlikely
Hopes of obtaining $30 million in state tax credits to fund a St. Louis MLS stadium project are unlikely to be fulfilled, as high-level state officials turn down the request. (more…)
State Board Scraps Meeting on St. Louis MLS Stadium Tax Credits
In a decision that seemed to catch project backers off guard, a state board abruptly scrapped an expected vote Tuesday on tax credits for a St. Louis MLS stadium project. (more…)
Charlotte MLS Expansion Team Approved for 2021 Launch
An increasingly inevitable move has become official, as a Charlotte MLS expansion team was announced Tuesday for a 2021 launch, with a bid led by David Tepper securing the club. (more…)
Handicapping the Next MLS Expansion Round: December 2019 Edition
With Charlotte scheduled to land the circuit’s 30th franchise, MLS expansion talks may take a break in the beginning of 2020—though Las Vegas and Phoenix are reportedly still in serious contention should the league expand to 32 teams. (more…)
Some Details on Charlotte MLS Funding Pledge Still Unknown
With an announcement set for tomorrow morning, there are still some unknowns about a pledge from city officials of $110 million in hospitality funds to help solidify Charlotte MLS expansion plans. (more…)
Report: Charlotte MLS Expansion Announcement Expected Tuesday
A Charlotte MLS expansion announcement is expected Tuesday at an event with Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper, city officials, and other guests, according to a Charlotte Observer report. (more…)