How does one start an Major League Soccer franchise?

Posted by admin on February 9, 2010 at 2:21 am · Under answer

I’d like to explore the idea of starting a community owned Major League Soccer franchise. (Something like the Green Bay Packers in football.) Where can I find out more about the process of creating an MLS team? I haven’t been able to locate any resources regarding the expansion process in MLS.

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2 Comments

  1. Kermit Deux said,

    February 9, 2010 @ 2:44 am

    http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/6639407.stm

    This really doesn’t directly answer your MLS question, but it is an interesting article that has a few links about what it takes to get into the world of international football.

    I would be very interested in this. I hope something like that comes to fruition. If you find out anything MLS related PLEASE let me know.

  2. Sietse L said,

    February 9, 2010 @ 2:52 am

    Last season I think I heard that for an expansion franchise you must pay the league $50 Million, and build a soccer-specific stadium for at least 18,000 spectators.

    With a stadium there is a much better guarantee that the team will grow roots in its market. The stadium doesn’t have to be there immediately, but the plans have to be there and construction better commence soon.

    I am opposed to further expansion, as it will only dilute the quality of the teams, but if you make it, I’ll even root for ya.

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