The presence of Lionel Messi in Major League Soccer has undeniably brought a renewed sense of excitement and attention to the league. However, the question remains: is Messi’s impact on MLS as positive as it seems on the surface? Looking beyond the spectacle of his arrival, it is crucial to critically analyze how his presence
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The negotiations between the Professional Soccer Referees (PSRA) and the Professional Referees Organization (PRO) have taken a bitter turn recently, with PRO filing an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charge against the PSRA. This charge stems from an alleged threat made by PSRA executive board member Chris Penso towards potential replacement workers, warning them that performing
In a surprising move, Manchester United assistant Eric Ramsay has signed a contract to become the new coach of MLS side Minnesota United. The Loons have been in disarray since parting ways with their former manager Adrian Heath in October of last year, and now Ramsay is set to take charge and lead the team
After completing what can be considered one of the biggest sports deals in American history, Lionel Messi’s transfer to Major League Soccer marked a significant moment for the growth of the sport in the U.S. The Argentine superstar faced a new challenge at Inter Miami CF, with heightened expectations for the upcoming season. Not only
Uruguay forward Luis Suárez has expressed his belief that Inter Miami has what it takes to clinch their first MLS Cup this season. Despite only recently joining the club in December as a free agent, Suárez is optimistic about the team’s prospects. He kicked off his MLS journey with a debut in the recent 2-0
In the recent match between Inter Miami and Real Salt Lake, Lionel Messi showcased his extraordinary talent and magic on the field. His ability to create goal-scoring opportunities out of seemingly impossible situations left both fans and opponents in awe. Despite facing defensive pressure from RSL players, Messi managed to navigate through the defense and
The 2024 Major League Soccer season kicked off with a cloud of uncertainty surrounding the officiating crews, as replacement officials were called in for the opening match between Inter Miami CF and Real Salt Lake. This decision came amidst a heated dispute between the Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) and the Professional Referee Organization (PRO),
United Soccer League (USL) CEO Paul McDonough expressed strong 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. The ongoing issue has had a significant impact on the USL as well. Since December, when MLS announced that its first teams would
Philadelphia Union defender Kai Wagner recently had his suspension lifted for violating Major League Soccer’s on-field discrimination policy. The suspension stemmed from allegations that he used a racial slur against New England Revolution forward Bobby Wood during last season’s playoffs, resulting in a three-game suspension in November. However, the suspension was set to carry over
The U.S. Soccer Federation board of directors has greenlit preliminary plans for the 2024 edition of the U.S. Open Cup, but with a twist. According to a source close to the USSF who spoke to ESPN, the upcoming tournament is expected to deviate from recent editions. While details are still being finalized, the decision to