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USSF files to dismiss NASL suit
The US Soccer Federation has filed a motion in New York State Court to dismiss the lawsuit brought by the North American Soccer League against most of its board of directors.
US Digest | Anheuser-Busch launches incentive-based sponsorship program
In this week's US sports industry round-up: Anheuser-Busch launches incentive-based sponsorship program; ESPN+ to launch on April 12; and Concacaf president paid more than Uefa and Fifa counterparts
US Digest | Turner Sports joins crowded, competitive OTT arena
In this week's US sports industry round-up: Turner Sports joins crowded, competitive OTT arena; NBA to offer fans fourth-quarter live streaming; and MetLife Stadium proposed for 2026 World Cup final
Martino calls on Fifa to push for US promotion-relegation
Kyle Martino, one of the losing candidates in the US Soccer presidential race, has called for Fifa to require promotion-relegation in the US as a condition of hosting the 2026 World Cup.
MLS players unhappy with salary, no pro-rel
A majority of Major League Soccer players are dissatisfied with the league’s salary structure and want to see promotion/relegation, a survey has found.
US Digest | New pro football league gets headstart on XFL
In this week's US sports industry round-up: New pro football league gets headstart on XFL; NFL Draft to have unprecedented TV coverage; and MLB to expand international push with London series
NASL adds MLS to claim against US Soccer
The North American Soccer League over the weekend added Major League Soccer as a defendant in its antitrust lawsuit against the United States Soccer Federation.
US Digest | Seattle NHL bid gains $100m and another Leiweke
In this week's US sports industry round-up: Seattle NHL bid gains $100m and another Leiweke; MLB takes big swing with exclusive Facebook deal; and New York Cosmos count the cost of NASL demise
MLS, Liga MX join forces to launch new competition
North America’s Major League Soccer (MLS) and Liga MX, the top tier of Mexican club football, have revealed details of a long-term collaboration that will include launching a new, annual competition featuring teams from both leagues.
US Digest | LA Clippers find match in Bumble
In this week's US sports industry round-up: LA Clippers find match in Bumble; Seattle sends strong message to NHL; and Pitaro replaces Skipper as ESPN president
US Digest | North American 2026 World Cup bid in danger
In this week's US sports industry round-up: North American 2026 World Cup bid in danger; SeatGeek just the ticket for Dallas Cowboys; and Pizza Hut grabs slice of the NFL pie
US Digest | Fox announces impressive World Cup schedule
In this week's US sports industry round-up: Fox announces impressive World Cup schedule; Front-runner emerges in race to take over Carolina Panthers; and ratings down in NBA All-Star Game
US Digest | ESPN Plus kicks off with MLS deal
In this week's US sports industry round-up: ESPN Plus kicks off with MLS deal; YouTube TV adds subscription sports channels; and LA to cash in on NBA All-Star Game
US Digest | Disney dishes details of new streaming service
In this week's US sports industry round-up: Disney dishes details of new streaming service; US Soccer election enters home stretch; and Rose contract proves a major thorn for Adidas
Florida keys | 5 things Beckham needs to be a success in Miami
Social media expert and MLS alumnus Richard Clarke provides David Beckham with a checklist of five things to make his Miami venture a success.
US Digest | Falcons’ Mercedes-Benz stadium bucks concession pricing trend
In this week's US sports industry round-up: Atlanta stadium bucks concession pricing trend; Fox buys Thursday Night Football rights; and Solo files complaint against US Soccer
US Digest | NBA wants legalized sports gambling
In this week's US sports industry round-up: NBA wants legalized sports gambling; Fox favourites for Thursday Night Football; and all still to play for in US Soccer presidential race
Runners and riders | Our guide to the USSF presidential hopefuls
SportBusiness International reviews the slate of candidates in the hotly-contested race to succeed Sunil Gulati as US Soccer Federation president.