The arrival of Lionel Messi to MLS has sparked a significant amount of attention and excitement within the American soccer community. Similar to the impact David Beckham had on the league in 2007, Messi’s presence has elevated the status of MLS in the global soccer landscape. The recent match between LA Galaxy and Inter Miami,
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The ongoing negotiations between the Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) and the Professional Referees Organization (PRO) have taken a contentious turn, with PRO filing an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charge against PSRA. This move comes in response to the lockout of PSRA referees by PRO after the union rejected a tentative collective bargaining agreement. This
In a surprising turn of events, Manchester United assistant Eric Ramsay has signed a contract to become the new head coach for MLS side Minnesota United. This move comes after the departure of the Loons’ previous manager, Adrian Heath, in October of last year. With two interim managers handling the team since then, Ramsay’s appointment
Lionel Messi, one of the greatest footballers of all time, made waves with his move to Major League Soccer, marking a significant moment in the growth of the sport in the U.S. His transition to Inter Miami CF comes with high expectations as he competes for trophies at both the club and international level, with
Inter Miami’s newest forward, Luis Suárez, has expressed his high hopes and ambitions for the team’s upcoming season in Major League Soccer (MLS). Despite joining the club just last December as a free agent, Suárez believes that Inter Miami has what it takes to clinch their first MLS Cup this year. After making his debut
In a recent match between Inter Miami and Real Salt Lake, Lionel Messi showcased his brilliance with a moment of magic that encapsulated his unique talent. Late in the first half, Messi found himself in possession of the ball after a poor clearance by RSL goalkeeper Zac MacMath. Despite being surrounded by defenders, Messi calmly
The start of Lionel Messi’s first full season in Major League Soccer was marred by labor disputes between the league and the Professional Soccer Referees Association. The opening match of the 2024 season between Inter Miami CF and Real Salt Lake saw replacement officials taking the field, signaling a breakdown in negotiations between the two
The United Soccer League (USL) CEO, Paul McDonough, has expressed his disappointment with the U.S. Soccer Federation’s handling of a dispute involving Major League Soccer (MLS) and the 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. This dispute has had a ripple effect on the USL, as the future of the prestigious tournament, which has a long
Philadelphia Union defender Kai Wagner’s suspension, which was initially imposed for violating Major League Soccer’s on-field discrimination policy, has now been lifted just in time for the team’s season opener. This decision comes after Wagner received a three-game suspension back in November during the previous season’s playoffs due to allegations that he used a racial
The preliminary plans for the 2024 edition of the U.S. Open Cup have been given the green light by a subcommittee of the U.S. Soccer Federation board of directors. However, there are indications that the tournament will undergo significant changes compared to recent editions. According to a source close to the USSF, the tournament in