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US Soccer Atlanta

U.S. Soccer to Build National Training Center in Atlanta

Thanks in part to a $50 million contribution from Atlanta United owner Arthur Blank, U.S. Soccer will open a national training center in Atlanta that will serve as headquarters for the U.S. Soccer Federation, creating a central hub for the soccer community, including coaches and referees, to access training, technology and infrastructure. It will be […]

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USL Portland

Portland, Maine, Granted USL League One Franchise

Portland, Maine, will be the home for a USL League One expansion franchise starting with the 2025 season, the United Soccer League has announced. “This news will put Maine on the global map for soccer,” said Heather Johnson, commissioner of the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development. “Soon, Maine will host teams from across the […]

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Brentford

Visit Tampa Bay Becomes Brentford FC’s Official North America Destination Partner

Visit Tampa Bay will be Brentford FC’s official North America Destination Partner after a summer in which the Premier League club, which finished ninth last season, took part in the inaugural Summer Series. “We are proud to partner up with Brentford FC and we are very excited about being part of a positive, successful season,” […]

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La Liga Visit Saudi

LaLiga Announces Visit Saudi as Official Travel Destination

LaLiga and Visit Saudi have entered into a partnership agreement that will include a wide range of activities including a launch event with the aim of bringing LaLiga closer to Saudi Arabia. LaLiga and Visit Saudi will jointly showcase Saudi Arabia’s tourism offerings as part of the agreement. Saudi Arabia has more than six official […]

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USL Rival Esports

USL Partners With Rival to Debut Esports Tournament

The United Soccer League will partner with Rival to launch a gaming community starting August 22 with a tournament using eFootball, developed by Konami Digital Entertainment. The Rival platform will provide the USL with the ability to host tournaments, provide unique experiences and strengthen fan engagement. Konami is the official video game partner for the […]

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Blind Soccer Clinics

U.S. Association of Blind Athletes to Host Soccer Clinics in Los Angeles

The U.S. Association of Blind Athletes will support the city of Los Angeles Recreation and Parks Department to offer visually impaired and blind soccer clinics as part of the PlayLA Adaptive Youth Sports Program. The free clinics are designed for blind and visually impaired youth ages 5 to 17. All skill levels are welcome to […]

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Kissimmee Rangers FC

Experience Kissimmee Named Official Travel Destination for Rangers FC

Experience Kissimmee has announced a multi-year partnership with Rangers Football Club of the Scotland Premier League, one of the world’s longest-established clubs founded in 1872. The partnership will see Experience Kissimmee named as the official travel destination of Rangers and include naming rights for the Edmiston House Fan Zone outside of Ibrox, stadium branding and […]

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Leah Heister Burton

U.S. Soccer Hires Leah Heister Burton as Chief Advancement Officer

U.S. Soccer has hired Leah Heister Burton as chief advancement officer. She will oversee a team leading the Federation’s efforts to secure and expand funding opportunities that increase U.S. Soccer’s visibility, impact and resources. Burton has more than 15 years of leadership experience overseeing organizations’ collective fundraising efforts. Most recently, Burton worked with the Solomon […]

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The United States team celebrates a win against Wales during a FIFA Women's World Cup sendoff match in San Jose, California. (AP Photo/Josie Lepe)

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023: Wherever the U.S. Plays, Fans Travel

The United States will play for an unprecedented three-peat at the FIFA Women’s World Cup, which starts this week, but it won’t be easy for the No. 1 team in the world. Co-hosted by Australia and New Zealand, the quadrennial tournament for international soccer’s most coveted trophy kicks off July 20 and features an expanded […]

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