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Average MLS Club Worth $582 Billion With LAFC At No. 1

Sep 29, 2022 2:39 PM

The average MLS franchise is worth $582 million, according to data compiled by Sportico.

Los Angeles FC ranks first at $900 million, while CF Montreal ranks last at $390 million.

Collectively, the 28 franchises are worth $16.3 billion.

1. LAFC: $900 million
2. LA Galaxy: $865 million
3. Atlanta United: $855 million
4. Seattle Sounders FC: $725 million
5. Toronto FC: $705 million
6. D.C. United: $700 million
7. New York City FC: $690 million
8. Portland Timbers: $685 million
9. Austin FC: $630 million
10. Inter Miami CF: $585 million
11. Sporting Kansas City: $575 million
12. Charlotte FC: $570 million
13. Minnesota United FC: $565 million
14. Columbus Crew: $560 million
15. Philadelphia Union: $555 million
16. FC Cincinnati: $550 million
17. Chicago Fire FC: $535 million
18. New York Red Bulls: $525 million
19. Nashville SC: $520 million
20. San Jose Earthquakes: $515 million
21. New England Revolution: $495 million
22. Houston Dynamo FC: $474 million
23. FC Dallas: $470 million
24. Real Salt Lake: $430 million
25. Orlando City SC: $420 million
26. Vancouver Whitecaps FC: $415 million
27. Colorado Rapids: $400 million
28. CF Montreal: $390 million

 

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NYCFC Wins 2021 MLS Cup

Dec 11, 2021 9:16 PM

New York City FC defeated the Portland Timbers 4-2 in penalties to win the 2021 MLS Cup. 

NYCFC controlled most of the first half culminating in a goal from Valentin Castellanos in the 41st minute. The Timbers equalized late with a goal from Felipe Mora.

“It feels unbelievable to be able to call ourselves champions,” Sean Johnson said after the match. “What a ride so far, this journey was crazy this year, so many ups, so many downs and we talked amongst ourselves before the game and said it’s a massive opportunity to make it all worth it. This is what we live for, these moments. To be the MVP of the [MLS Cup Final], it means the whole world, but it means so much more to lift a cup for this club.”

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Man City Considering New York City FC Clause In Offer To Lionel Messi

Aug 26, 2020 10:44 AM

Manchester City are considering offering Lionel Messi a long-term contract that would see him move to MLS partner club New York City FC after three seasons in the Premier League.

They could also offer Messi the chance to become an ambassador for the City Football Group, the holding company that owns a number of clubs across the world, including City and NYCFC.

City have emerged as the favourites to sign Messi after he shocked Barcelona by telling them he wants to leave on Tuesday.

It will be important for City to know if Messi can leave Barca for free or if they will have to negotiate a fee with the La Liga side. Messi's contract runs until 2021 and includes a €700 million release clause. Messi hopes to execute a clause that would allow him to leave for free.

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Tags: Barcelona, Manchester City, New York City FC, Misc Rumor, Transfer Rumor

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MLS To Restart Season In Home Markets On August 12th

Aug 9, 2020 1:45 PM

MLS will restart its season in home markets on August 12th.

The league also announced that 18 teams will make the playoffs this season.

The MLS Cup final will take place on December 12th.

Each side will play 18 more matches for a 23-game regular season.

A "majority" of matches will be held without fans, though the league is working with local governments to have limited capacity for certain games.

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MLS Extends Training Ban Through March 27th

Mar 21, 2020 2:15 PM

MLS extended their ban on first-team training through March 27th.

"During this time, MLS players are expected to remain in each club's respective market and have been advised to exercise safe social distancing measures. At this time, team training facilities may only be accessed for physical therapy purposes at the direction of club medical staff to ensure adherence to safety protocols," released the league in a statement.

The MLS season has been suspended until at least May 10th.

The league is unsure of exactly when their moratorium for training will be lifted.

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MLS Suspends Season Through May 10th

Mar 19, 2020 1:00 PM

MLS announced that they will extend their league suspension through May 10th.

The league said they were focused on finishing the season.

"MLS remains focused on playing the entire 2020 season and is evaluating all options, including pushing back the end of the season and playing MLS Cup in December, as the league did prior to the 2019 season. The league is also identifying other available dates," released the league in a statement.

The league could extend the MLS Cup into December to make extra room for matches.

Players are allowed to return to training on March 20th.

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Claudio Bravo Considering NYCFC Offer, Zack Steffen To Earn Promotion

Mar 3, 2020 12:01 PM

Claudio Bravo is reportedly considering an offer to join NYCFC this summer after his Manchester City contract expires.

The 36-year-old is looking for first team football.

Bravo joined Manchester City from Barcelona in 2016.

U.S. international Zack Steffen would earn promotion to City's first team should Bravo leave this summer.

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Tags: Manchester City, New York City FC, Transfer Rumor

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NYCFC Close To Agreement For 25,000 Seat Stadium In The Bronx

Feb 9, 2020 2:03 PM

NYCFC are nearing an agreement to built a 25,000 seat stadium in the South Bronx.

The stadium is part of a $1 billion development project.

The new stadium, close to Yankee Stadium, would begin development in 2022. 

“It’s long past time to make the underutilized parking lots around Yankee Stadium into something more,” a representative for the Economic Development Corporation said in a statement Friday. “The city has been approached by a team of affordable housing developers, the Yankees and the N.Y.C. Football Club.

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MLS, Players Association Reach Agreement On New CBA

Feb 6, 2020 12:23 PM

Major League Soccer and MLS Players Association have come to terms on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The new deal will last 5 years.

"As we prepare to celebrate our 25th season, we are very pleased to finalize a new five-year Collective Bargaining Agreement with our players. This agreement addresses key strategic priorities for the league and our players while also retaining the basic player compensation structure that has been the foundation for the growth and stability of Major League Soccer," said MLS Commissioner Don Garber.

Some new agreements include an increase in average salary, a decrease in Targeted Allocation Money, a share of the league's new media starts in 2023 and 2024, and charter flights. 

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Gedion Zelalem Signs With NYCFC

Jan 11, 2020 10:08 PM

New York City FC have signed Gedion Zelalem, formerly of Arsenal and Sporting KC.

Zelalem appeared in 9 matches for SKC last season.

"Gedion is a very versatile midfielder who can play across multiple positions," NYCFC coach Ronny Deila said. "He's a creative player and possesses very good technique on the ball, which is vital for a midfielder in our system.

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