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USL Bolsters Executive Leadership With Two Hires

The USL has named Court Jeske to the position as chief commercial officer, expanding his previous role in leading the league’s business development and partnerships, while adding veteran soccer marketing executive Greg Lalas as the USL’s first chief marketing officer. The new hire of Lalas and promotion of Jeske is part of the league’s expansion […]

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Plans for Soccer Stadium, Training Complex Unveiled in Toronto

A portion of Woodbine Racetrack’s 684 acres in the heart of Toronto’s Rexdale community is being marked for the development of a new high-performance training center and stadium for women’s and men’s soccer. The soccer project would feature an 8,000-seat stadium and a 38,000 square-foot training facility with a field that meets FIFA standards. The […]

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Qatar Launches Accommodation Websites Ahead of FIFA World Cup

Organizers for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar have launched an accomodation booking website for fans who will attend games and also launched a Hayya Card app, which will be mandatory to attend matches. After purchasing tickets, fans must apply for a Hayya Card, a mobile app which will include free public transport for […]

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England's Harry Kane and Jack Grealish, right, applaud fans at the end of the Euro 2020 group D match between Czech Republic and England at Wembley Stadium in London on June 22, 2021. England won 1-0. (AP Photo/Laurence Griffiths, Pool)

Euro 2028 Likely Heading to Joint Bid Between UK, Ireland

One of the biggest soccer tournaments in the world will almost assuredly return in 2028 to where the 2021 final was held. The clear leaders to hosting Euro 2028 is Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland after the joint hosting bid was the spotlight submission out of three to UEFA’s Executive Committee ahead of […]

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Barcelona Sells Iconic Camp Nou Stadium Naming Rights to Spotify

One of the world’s most famous soccer teams has rebranded its historic stadium and sold the naming rights for the first time as Barcelona announced a new partnership with Spotify, confirming months-long rumors. Terms of the deal were not released. Initial reports last month pegged the sponsorship at approximately $307.7 million. Spotify’s logo will appear […]

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New Sports Venues to Watch in 2022

As the demand for spaces to host sporting events continues to grow with an eye toward sports-related travel in a post-coronavirus world, destinations across the country are examining their inventory, identifying needs and building accordingly. Here are 16 new sports complexes to keep an eye on in 2022. Alabama A&M Event Center Huntsville, Alabama OPENING: […]

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Jessica Berman Named National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner

Jessica Berman has been named the next commissioner of the National Women’s Soccer League as the league readies for its 10th season of competition. “I’m honored to be the next commissioner of the NWSL and grateful to the owners for their confidence in me,” said Berman. “Working on behalf of, and in partnership with, our […]

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Delta Partnering With National Women’s Soccer League, Women’s Sports Foundation

Delta Air Lines has announced new partnerships with the National Women’s Soccer League on the eve of its 10th anniversary season and the Women’s Sports Foundation. As the first airline sponsor of the NWSL, Delta will work with the league to support its athletes through women’s empowerment programs and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives. The […]

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A large banner is raised prior to a FIFA World Cup qualifying match between the United States men's national team and El Salvador on January 27 in Columbus, Ohio. The U.S. won 1-0. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

U.S. Women’s National Team to Play in Columbus, Philadelphia; Orlando to Host Mexican Men’s National Team

The U.S. women’s national soccer team will meet Uzbekistan for the first time in a pair of friendlies scheduled for April 9 and April 12, the first in Columbus, Ohio, and the second in Chester, Pennsylvania. The first game will be played at Lower.com Field in Columbus, home of the MLS’ Columbus Crew. The second […]

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World Tourism Organization, UEFA Partner On Sport Tourism

The World Tourism Organization and UEFA, the governing body for European soccer, have announced a new partnership to promote the benefits of sports and sports tourism throughout the continent. UNWTO Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili and UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin signed a memorandum that recognized the values shared by tourism and soccer. The UEFA Foundation will be […]

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