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American Soccer on the Horizon?


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Sources close to MLS are indicating that a possible late June return to soccer could be forthcoming. The MLS is currently working to negotiate a TV deal that would make the league more profitable playing  games without fans in attendance. All games would be played in Orlando Florida in a shortened season. League officials have yet to finalize a season format but it appears they are leaning toward a round robin type of tournament that will lead into knock out play. Other than a TV deal the biggest obstacle is coming to terms with the MLSPA. Players would, of course need to agree to some sort of pay cut to make this financially feasible for all parties involved. At the moment it appears very likely an agreement will be reached soon

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I for one am extremely hopeful this will come to fruition and very soon. As much as I missing being in attendance at Nippert Stadium I miss the anticipation, the speculation, and the predictions before games more. Being stuck at home is one thing, but being stuck at home with nothing to look forward too is something so much more. The build up to games. The Coaching search. The questioning: Who will be in the 18? Who gets the start? Any formation changes? Anything to break the monotony of the life we currently live. No matter what it takes I hope this happens, and happens soon.

For those of you worried about watching a soccer match without fans in attendance on TV, don’t worry. There are about 15 people in Columbus who can tell you all about it… they’ve been doing it for years.

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