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USL rebrand fuels pro-rel dream - but who’s ready for 2028?

The USL has officially announced its branding for the league as it looks to adopt a promotion-relegation system, bringing a hypothetical into reality.

Soccer in New England

How New England became USL's coolest soccer hotbed

Vermont Green, Portland Hearts of Pine and Rhode Island FC are fueling New England's soccer boom. Can they grow without losing what makes them special?

USL refs

Inside USL's NFL-style alternative to VAR

USL is trialing Football Video Support in the Prinx Tires USL Cup, putting review requests in coaches' hands as it tests a cheaper, less invasive alternative to VAR.

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USL reveals name, competition format of Division 1 league

The United Soccer League revealed the name of its new Division One setup Tuesday morning, announcing that it will be called "USL Premier", with a targeted start date of 2028. The new top division, which was first revealed nearly 12 months ago, will sit atop a three-tiered structure that also includes the pre-existing USL Championship and USL League One.

Cherry Bombs

Why Portland Cherry Bombs might be USL’s boldest branding bet

What looks like a joke is actually the plan. One USL owner is using bold branding to build community - and rethink what a soccer club can be.

USL Texoma

How Texoma's 'self-relegation' could change USL ownership forever

Texoma FC rejects the idea of “self-relegation,” yet their drop to USL League Two and surprise second club have pushed them into an unexpected multi-club future.

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USL receives 'strategic investment' from BellTower Partners

The USL has added an investor with significant capital as it aims to compete with MLS with a first division of its own starting in 2028. BellTower Partners, a private investment firm run by ex-Carlyle Group CEO Kewsong Lee, has purchased a minority equity stake in the North American soccer league. Lee reportedly has a net worth of $28 billion.

San Francisco Glens USL

How non-profit Glens became the biggest club in San Francisco

The non-profit San Francisco club have branched out into the community to become an affordable youth soccer power

Vermont Green USL League 2

Vermont suddenly the epicenter of a U.S. soccer revolution

After both NCAA and USL League Two titles, one local paper dubbed Burlington the ‘soccer capital of America’

Annapolis Blues 2025

Why Annapolis Blues are proof USL League Two can blossom

The semi-pro Blues, largely owned by locals, are one of the best-attended franchises in lower league soccer

Soccer Odyssey Club Eleven

'Soccer culture is alive' - Five friends, one bus, U.S. Open Cup

GOAL Convo: CLUBELEVEN’s co-founder discusses "Soccer Odyssey," traveling to watch U.S. Open Cup matches and spotlighting American soccer

USL Rondo

The Rondo: What are implications of USL's move to Pro-Rel?

GOAL US writers debate the impact of promotion and relegation in America after the USL made a landmark decision

Paul McDonough USL

Will USL's decision to add Pro-Rel change American soccer?

An open system for soccer in the U.S. offers the kind of competition previously unavailable - and exactly the move the USL needed

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USL promotion-relegation coming, league approves Euro model

The USL votes to introduce promotion and relegation alongside pending Division One league, with a targeted 2028 start date

MEYBA x San Francisco City Football Club away kit

SFCFC, Idle Worship, MEYBA re-create iconic '94 U.S. 'Denim' kit

The sportswear brand joins with SFCFC and a local streetwear label to create a twist on the 1994 USMNT kit

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GOAL Post: Mailbag on Bethune, Sullivan and best hair in MLS

GOAL US writers answer your questions on topics of interest to soccer fans in the U.S. and beyond

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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

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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.

Beasley 2019 USMNT

Beasley's 'beautiful challenge': US icon adding to legacy

The ex-international is now a part-owner of his hometown club, Fort Wayne, while he is also fronting the bid to bring World Cup football to Houston