USL Championship news

Sporting KC, LAFC to meet in US Open Cup final

The two MLS clubs will face off in Los Angeles in late September with an eye on lifting the U.S.'s oldest soccer trophy

Jose Bautista (R), Charlie Adams (Center), Gianleonardo Neglia (L)

Bautista, Neglia have USL's Las Vegas Lights shining brightly

Bautista and Neglia have turned things around at the USL club thanks to a friendship formed while with MLB's Toronto Blue Jays

USL Super League announces Peacock as streaming partner

The newly established Division One professional women's soccer league will stream games on Peacock

USMNT star Tim Weah joins Brooklyn FC ownership group

USMNT right-winger and Brooklyn native Tim Weah is set to be a part of the ownership group for the USL Championship's newest franchise.

Brooklyn FC's 'European experience' being built by club CEO

The German born, New York City raised veteran of the game is drawing inspiration from his roots as he builds the city's newest franchise

MLS pro/rel isn't 'inevitable' - American soccer isn't ready

While the magic in Europe captivates audiences, the American game isn't any closer to changing its current structure

Detroit City beat Houston in historic USL 'cupset'

USL side Detroit City FC completed a dramatic comeback to beat US Open Cup holders in the competition's Round of 32.

The making of a "cupset": how USL sides beat MLS teams

America's lower level sides have figured out how to beat Major League Soccer's best - and there could be more wins to come

How two USL teams made the best derby in American soccer

Fans of Louisville City and Indy Eleven have combined to make one of soccer's most captivating derbies, in one of the sport's fastest growing leagues.

How Oakland Roots created a winning brand

Edreece Arghandiwal, Oakland Roots CMO, talks to the Footballco Business Podcast about balancing social positivity with on-field success.

USL and ESPN agree to groundbreaking three-year media deal

The USL and ESPN have agreed to a three-year media partnership to broadcast over 400 games across the company's streaming platform.

USL Championship final preview: Rising vs Battery

How both the Charleston Battery and Phoenix Rising can win the 2023 USL Championship title game.

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Lamar Hunt: Legendary businessman who helped found MLS

GOAL looks at Lamar Hunt, a pivotal figure in U.S. sport who owned the Kansas City Chiefs and helped found MLS.

Which soccer team does Giannis Antetokounmpo support?

The NBA star is a football fan, but where exactly does his allegiance lie? GOAL takes a look.

EXCLUSIVE: Josh Wynder gives lowdown on historic $1.2m Benfica move

U.S. men's national team starlet Josh Wynder has completed a transfer to Portuguese giants Benfica, the clubs confirmed.

Explained: Why U.S. soccer doesn't have relegation

The absence of team movement between divisions in American soccer is a complicated situation that isn't likely to change any time soon

Man Utd, Newcastle... Charlotte? The odd career of Obertan

USL side Charlotte Independence - playing in the second-tier of US soccer - this week announced the signing of the former French prodigy

LA Galaxy II part ways with player after racism scandal

The USL club announced the decision on Saturday after opponents San Diego Loyal forfeited their point due to the incident

Collin Martin San Diego Loyal Pride Month GFX

'I brought my boyfriend to a team party' - Hope for LGBT players

Collin Martin talks about the pressures of being LGBT in football, which he says have become stronger since he came out in 2018 while playing in MLS

How meeting Dalglish began Bijev's winding journey to Sacramento

The former Reds youngster has encountered plenty of setbacks in his career, but the attacker has also made a number of childhood dreams come true

Howard comes out of retirement as player/owner

The longtime U.S. men's national team goalkeeper is also the club's sporting director

Why aren't there more black coaches in American soccer?

Many African-American coaches feel pressure not only to get results but to succeed so their peers get more opportunities. What needs to change?

USMNT legend Donovan moves into management

The American star will lead the new club into their inaugural season

David Villa-owned Queensboro FC set to join USL in 2021

The Spanish star has been awarded a franchise in Queens, New York after previously playing in the city with NYCFC

Emotional moment as footballer who lost father before kick-off scores winner

Sacramento Republic forward Darek Formella played in the match despite learning the news of his dad's death just three hours before the game started

How Velasquez, Locomotive helped El Paso heal

Just weeks after arriving from Korea, the Colombia native wanted to give back to the community after August's horrific attack

Donovan set for front office job in USL

The former MLS and USA star is set to take on the responsibility of helping run a professional team in San Diego

Sarachan hired as North Carolina FC manager

The man who led the U.S. through a rough 2018 has landed a new job with the USL Championship outfit

Drogba: Farewell to Chelsea's legendary late bloomer

At 20 years old, the striker had still not made his professional debut, yet he was rewarded for his persistence and became a great of the game

Chelsea legend Drogba reaffirms retirement

The former Blues striker confirmed that he will step away from the game after previously hinting he may continue his career

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