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/ 1034 days ago

Power of Messi: US Soccer sells global Open Cup rights deal

Prior to Lionel Messi's arrival in Major League Soccer, there was little to no desire from foreign broadcasters to acquire rights to the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup. Despite the competition's impressive 108-year history, it did not have any sort of draw. Even domestically, there was not a heightened interest in broadcasting the tournament with […]

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/ 1034 days ago

Comparison of team payrolls between MLS and Championship

A wide variety of leagues exist in the world of professional soccer, each with its own history, rules, and economics. When compared to the traditional club structure of the Championship, Major League Soccer's wage cap and single-entity structure encourage financial stability and parity, respectively. Knowing how teams in these two major leagues on different continents […]

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/ 1034 days ago

Is Leagues Cup included in MLS Season Pass?

From 2023 onwards, the expanded Leagues Cup competition is now a major part of the MLS calendar. Featuring every MLS and Liga MX team, the summer tournament has evolved beyond simple friendlies, and is now an official CONCACAF-sanctioned competition. But can you watch Leagues Cup with MLS Season Pass? The simple answer is yes. Yes, […]

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/ 1035 days ago

European friendlies more popular than Leagues Cup, Gold Cup

The last few months have been a smorgasbord of soccer for fans in the USA. Multiple competitions and friendly events have taken place across the country, featuring national teams, domestic clubs, and huge names from Europe. But, based on our reporting, what was it about European friendlies to be the most popular this summer based […]

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/ 1035 days ago

MLS Season Pass: Is it worth the price?

MLS Season Pass is a unique offering in the American sports landscape. It's got every game, every team, with no restrictions, blackouts, or stipulations. No other sports league offers a truly comparable product, something that has everything in one place. But is MLS Season Pass worth the price that Major League Soccer and Apple are […]

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/ 1035 days ago

Orlando City coach: Messi deserved red in Miami win

Lionel Messi scored twice and Josef Martinez added another one to help Inter Miami beat Orlando City 3-1 and advance to the Leagues Cup Round of 16. Inter Miami maintained the same starting lineup as its 4-0 triumph over Atlanta United in the previous Leagues Cup group stage match. However, there were notable changes on […]

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/ 1036 days ago

Carlos Vela issues warning to Lionel Messi about MLS brand

Inter Miami's recruitment of Lionel Messi has drawn international attention to Major League Soccer (MLS). After his contract with Paris Saint-Germain expired last month, Messi signed with Inter Miami. He has joined MLS after a two-decade career in Europe's top leagues with Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. The league's top players, most recently Carlos Vela of […]

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/ 1036 days ago

Messi's side Inter Miami adds young defender amid injury woes

There will soon be yet another Argentine playing for Inter Miami as the club lands a talented defender. On Tuesday, the club announced that they had signed center-back Tomas Aviles. Aviles signed a deal that keeps him with the club until the 2026 MLS season. The MLS's U-22 program is what brought in the 19-year-old. […]

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/ 1036 days ago

Tite agrees to coach Messi's rival team in MLS

Former Brazil head coach, Tite has reportedly agreed to be the next coach of Orlando City in MLS. Fans and devotees of the beautiful game in the United States would be anticipating great things with Tite being in discussions to join Orlando City. After all, his time as a manager featured stops at major clubs […]

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/ 1037 days ago

Best teams to watch on MLS Season Pass excluding Inter Miami

If one of the purposes of bringing Lionel Messi to Inter Miami is to bring interest to the league and get more viewers to MLS Season Pass, then there is no doubt it’s been a success. Not only in the United States but throughout the world, Messi’s arrival has brought attention. Articles, YouTube highlight videos […]

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/ 1037 days ago

Verdict on Leagues Cup attendance after group stage ends

Major League Soccer and Liga MX have made a big deal about the new and improved Leagues Cup in 2023. The expanded event is no longer a glorified series of friendlies. Instead, it now features every MLS and Liga MX club, and has spots in the following year's CONCACAF Champions Cup up for grabs. But […]

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/ 1037 days ago

Tata Marino on Jordi Alba debut decision for Inter Miami

Completing the trifecta of former Barcelona stars in south Florida, Jordi Alba is all but certain to make his debut for Inter Miami in the Leagues Cup round of 32 tie against Orlando City. The full-back completed his move to DRV PNK Stadium just before Lionel Messi and Sergio Busquets made their debuts. Jordi Alba […]

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/ 1037 days ago

Inter Miami v Orlando: Coverage plans for Messi in Leagues Cup

Lionel Messi will get his first taste of the Florida derby when Inter Miami takes on Orlando City in the Leagues Cup round of 32 on Wednesday. Two wins in two Messi appearances sent Inter Miami through as group winners. Orlando City, on the other hand, also won its group. A pair of tight games […]

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/ 1037 days ago

Messi jerseys: Counterfeiters cashing in on Inter Miami merch

Counterfeiters are one of the biggest beneficiaries of Messi jerseys. The Argentine's arrival in Major League Soccer yielded unprecedented global attention for the league. His debut against Cruz Azul and first start against Atlanta United were two of the three most-watched games on MLS Season Pass. On Univision, alone, his debut pulled in a cool […]

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/ 1039 days ago

Jermain Defoe wants to coach Toronto FC

Some people were surprised, and others were excited in early 2014 when it was announced that English striker Jermain Defoe would join Toronto FC of Major League Soccer (MLS). Toronto FC had hoped to add star power and goal-scoring abilities when they signed Defoe, known for his brilliance in front of goal and remarkable tenure […]