A Look at the MLS Constitution (Part II): Let’s Talk About SUM
Part I here. Part III here. Part IV here. Part V here. Part VI here. Soccer United Marketing: SUM gets its own section in the Constitution and for good reason–it […]
Key Dates and Events for MLS Cup Week
There is still just under a week until the Seattle Sounders kick off against Toronto FC in MLS Cup, but as with any final, there is a bit of pomp […]
The Socceresq Podcast (Episode 12): Life in lower division soccer
Catching up with Nipun Chopra as we talk about the demise of Lansin Ignite, the troubles for Fresno FC and life in lower division soccer generally. Direct link.
A Look at the MLS Constitution (Part 1)
Part II here. Part III here. Part IV here. Part V here. Part VI here. An interesting document was included among the hundreds (and hundreds) of pages of filings in […]
Weekend Reading
Stories from me you may have missed over the past week: Seattle Sounders: You may have heard that the Seattle Sounders are going to MLS Cup. I’ll be there as […]
MLS Cup is Coming to Seattle
Pretty freaking cool. And I got my press credential approved, so I’ll be covering the game. Expect plenty of stories, interviews and podcasts. Very excited!
The Socceresq Podcast (Episode 11): Mike Petke versus Real Salt Lake
With news that Mike Petke has sued both Don Garber and MLS–as well as Real Salt Lake, I figured I’d post my podcast on the lawsuit. Joining me is Matt […]
Mike Petke Lawsuit Against Real Salt Lake Amended to Add Don Garber, MLS as Defendants
The already-nasty lawsuit involving Real Salt Lake and their former coach Mike Petke–fired in a controversial manner after a two week suspension, has taken yet another turn, with Petke turning […]
Weekend reading/listening
I had a busy week churning out the soccer content, so here are some recent stories/podcasts that I’ve put out over the last couple of days. Lawsuits: A big move […]
It’s Not Looking Good for Inter Miami’s Melreese Development Plans
Inter Miami is in the process of building a stadium on the former site of Lockhart Stadium in Ft. Lauderdale, for their entry into MLS for the 2020 season. Based […]
The Socceresq Podcast (Episode 10): A Discussion with MLSPA Executive Director Bob Foose
Check out my most recent discussion with Bob Foose as we talk about the ongoing CBA negotiations with MLS. https://megaphone.link/VMP1685264276
Seattle Sounders Respond to Emerald City Supporters Walkout After Iron Front Controversy
The Emerald City Supporters staged a walkout after one of their members was forced to leave after displaying the Iron Front symbol. After the match, the Seattle Sounders made Taylor […]
Chicago Fire Look Like They’re Headed to Soldier Field for at Least Three Years
[UPDATE] The board has approved (5-0) the resolution authorizing the finalization and entry of a lease between the Chicago Fire and Chicago Parks to have Fire games played at Soldier […]
Socceresq on Location
I’m on a plane! For the next week, I’ll be on the East coast, doing all of the soccer things you can imagine. I’m very excited to get back on […]
Coming Soon: MLS Expansion Warz Podcast
MLS has expanded at an impressive rate in the modern era (David Beckham AD-Present), going from 13 teams in 2007 to 26 in 2020. The League will further expand to […]
#KetoLife Update: So…I did it
I’ve been tracking my progress on Instagram (@ketoesq), with daily stuff. Since this is my sports law website, I try not to clutter it up with daily ramblings and pictures on […]
Economic Development Agreement Sets Up Race to Start New Stadium for Columbus Crew
The Columbus Crew were officially saved back in December 2018, when the new ownership group was announced, but there are still a few loose ends to tie up. Mainly, construction […]
My Latest for The Athletic: One Step Back; Two Steps Forward?
We got a bit of a bombshell from FIFA’s Dispute Resolution Chamber. Crossfire Premier, the youth development team chasing solidarity payments for the transfer of DeAndre Yedlin, thought they had […]
The Socceresq Podcast: The USWNT and Hope Solo versus the Federation
The World Cup is under way. While many pundits have called this the deepest and potentially most entertaining WWC in history, there are still many issues bubbling just beneath the surface. Equal […]
The Socceresq Podcast: Women’s World Cup preview with The Athletic’s Meg Linehan
Fun conversation with my colleague at The Athletic, Meg Linehan. She is on her way to cover the Women’s World Cup in France. We talk about the USWNT, the WWC […]
