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sports2 years ago

MLS Excludes Teams from U.S. Open Cup, Sparks Controversy in American Soccer

Major League Soccer (MLS) announced that its clubs will skip the U.S. Open Cup for the first time in the league's history, with teams instead entering their affiliates from the MLS Next Pro development league. The decision aims to provide emerging professional players with more opportunities for meaningful competition and reduce schedule congestion. MLS plans to reevaluate its approach to the Open Cup next season. The move comes as MLS teams face increasing domestic and international obligations, including participation in the Leagues Cup and Concacaf Champions Cup.

via The Washington Post|
#mls#mls-next-pro#schedule-congestion
sports2 years ago

MLS Shifts Focus: Developmental Clubs to Replace First Teams in 2024 U.S. Open Cup

Major League Soccer (MLS) teams will not participate in the 2024 U.S. Open Cup, with MLS developmental teams from the third-division MLS Next Pro taking their place. The decision aims to reduce schedule congestion and will be reassessed after the 2024 season. MLS commissioner Don Garber previously criticized the tournament but now emphasizes unity in the domestic soccer landscape. The move raises questions about compliance with the Professional League Standards, which require U.S.-based teams to participate in representative U.S. Soccer and CONCACAF competitions. The USL Championship will now be the highest-ranking league participating in the U.S. Open Cup.

via The Athletic|
#developmental-teams#mls#schedule-congestion
sports2 years ago

MLS's Transformational Year with Messi: Can It Become a Top League?

MLS commissioner Don Garber addressed various topics in his annual State of the League remarks, including the impact of Lionel Messi's presence in the league, the possibility of adding a fourth designated player (DP), schedule congestion, referee and fan safety, and the success of the Columbus Crew and Austin FC. Garber expressed the league's focus on delivering a high-quality product and evaluating competition formats. He confirmed that there are no plans to add a fourth DP, but potential roster rule adjustments will be announced. Garber acknowledged the challenge of managing the schedule and hinted at changes to participation in certain tournaments. He emphasized the importance of safety for fans, players, and officials, referencing recent incidents involving Matt Miazga and the LAFC supporter group. Garber also reflected on the successful turnaround of the Columbus Crew and praised the progress of Austin FC.

via The Athletic|
#don-garber#lionel-messi#mls