TALKING POINTS
Insights and Talking Points.
USL, Stadiums
Portland Hearts of Pine Announce New Stadium Plans
USL1 club Portland Hearts of Pine have outgrown their stadium in just two seasons and now plan a new venue
MLS
Is Leagues Cup MLS's Most Under-Rated Asset?
MLS and Liga MX's Leagues Cup is more than just a fun addition to the calendar
Trends
Three growing sectors in the soccer market
A look at three growth areas - Stadium infrastructure, Experience Economy and Portfolio Diversification
MLS
MLS clubs face a teenage talent test
MLS teams need to ensure their academy talent has time to grow before any move to Europe.
Fan Engagement
'Soccer IRL' - domestic soccer's USP
After the World Cup domestic soccer properties should double-down on the in-person experience.
Marketing
Why Beer Was a World Cup winner
The 2026 World Cup was one of the booziest sports events in years
MLS
Thought experiment: A new format for MLS
How could MLS be organized by divisions and is there a case for apertura/clausura?