The ongoing labor dispute between the Professional Referee Organization (PRO) and the Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) continues as PRO extends the lockout of union referees for a second round of matches. Despite a tentative agreement negotiated between the two parties early in the season, which was rejected by 95.8% of the union membership, PRO
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The U.S. Soccer Federation recently unveiled the revised format for the 2023-24 U.S. Open Cup, bringing changes to the structure of the competition. In a departure from previous editions, only eight out of 26 Major League Soccer (MLS) teams will have their first teams participate in the upcoming tournament. This shift marks a significant change
The Columbus Crew had a fantastic start to the season with a convincing win against Atlanta. The defensive performance was particularly noteworthy, showcasing their strength as a team. If they can maintain this level of play throughout the season, they will be a force to be reckoned with in the league. The Philadelphia Union made
Minnesota United FC made headlines as they officially named Eric Ramsay as their new head coach. Ramsay, who previously worked at Manchester United in the English Premier League, expressed his enthusiasm for joining a club with a strong football culture and passionate fan base. With a background in coaching under top managers, Ramsay brings a
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
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