Wednesday Freedom Kicks: Carles Gil wins MLS MVP, Don Garber speaks on MLS expansion and media rights
MLS had a lot of news yesterday.
Welcome to Wednesday, everyone. Only a few of these left in 2021, so let’s get right. First, a recap of yesterday:
New England Revolution’s Carles Gil wins MLS MVP - ESPNFC
The New England Revolution’s Carles Gil runs away with the MLS MVP award, and deservedly so.
MLS Commissioner Don Garber on 30th team expansion, RSL ownership & media rights - MLS
Don Garber spoke today at Gil’s press conference, declaring Las Vegas the frontrunner to be the league’s 30th franchise. He also discussed the league’s future media rights.
MLS updates its diversity hiring policy, giving more opportunities to minority and LGBTQIA candidates for front office and technical positions.
D.C. United to operate satellite club in MLS Next Pro starting in 2023 - BRU
It appears Loudoun United will move to MLS Next Pro in 2023, meaning that next season will be its last in the USL Championship.
Who should the USWNT schedule for SheBelieves Cup? - SSFC
SheBelieves Cup is coming up in February, and I opine on which teams the USWNT should schedule for the annual tournament.
Victor Montagliani has joined the ranks of those who think the Super League idea is a great one. Take that however you want.
The MLSPA asked its players about each other, and Russell Canouse was ranked among the league’s fittest players.
When it comes to fitness level, guys are looking to this trio.
— MLSPA (@MLSPA) December 7, 2021
But, @DiegoChara21 is considered the gold standard. ⭐️ pic.twitter.com/cRAeQEYCWF
A wild weekend in Columbian soccer as match fixing shakes up promotion in its second division.
Former D.C. United player Lloyd Sam will serve as the color analyst for Charlotte FC when they begin next season.
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow.