EDITORIAL – The NWSL has a problem. Well, the NWSL has a lot of problems but the one I’m talking about today is completely within their control to fix. The NWSL makes the choice to play the national anthem before every match and they need to stop. NWSL National Anthem Issue: A Picture of a Standing Player is Worth a Thousands Tweets There are a lot of reasons the NWSL needs to … [Read more...] about NWSL National Anthem Issue: A Standing Player is Worth a Thousands Tweets
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"Best-in-class experience." Take a look at what $50 million in Charlotte FC renovations is bringing to BofA Stadium
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (FOX 46 CHARLOTTE) - Charlotte Football Club announced on Thursday that construction has started on soccer-specific renovations at Bank of America Stadium that will transform the club's home into an elite venue for Major League Soccer. The approximately $50 million project includes significant enhancements to the Lowe’s East Gate, an upgraded main concourse … [Read more...] about "Best-in-class experience." Take a look at what $50 million in Charlotte FC renovations is bringing to BofA Stadium
UofSC and MLS announce new educational partnership
COLUMBIA, SC (WSPA) -- Major League Soccer and the University of South Carolina are teaming up. MLS announced UofSC is now their official education partner. This means players, former players and MLS staff will be able to enroll in the school's Carolina Online program. The new initiative was launched by UofSC earlier this month. Through Carolina Online you can get an … [Read more...] about UofSC and MLS announce new educational partnership
Charlotte FC trades for former Charlotte 49ers player Brandt Bronico
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (FOX 46 CHARLOTTE) - The Charlotte Football Club acquired midfielder Brandt Bronico from the Chicago Fire on Friday in exchange for a 2022 fourth-round pick. Charlotte also received Chicago's fourth-round pick in the 2022 MLS SuperDraft. Bronico spent four seasons in Chicago, playing 66 matches, including 40 starts, scoring two goals and eight assists. He is … [Read more...] about Charlotte FC trades for former Charlotte 49ers player Brandt Bronico
Soccer legend Diego Maradona dies at 60
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (NewsNation Now) — Argentina soccer legend Diego Maradona, widely regarded as one of the game's greatest ever players, died of a heart attack on Wednesday, his lawyer said. Maradona, 60, had recently battled health issues and underwent emergency surgery for a subdural haematoma several weeks ago. He suffered a heart attack at his home in the … [Read more...] about Soccer legend Diego Maradona dies at 60