I was hoping that Phoenix would be in the top running for the next two expansions. Actually, I thought we were were. This is an excellent market for MLS. Just look at Phoenix Rising attendence records as a reference. We can still hold out hope, though.
From the article:
https://amp.si.com/soccer/2019/04/18...nsion-30-teams
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Sacramento, St. Louis Among Leading Candidates After MLS Announces Expansion to 30 Teams
Following the league’s board of governors meeting Thursday afternoon in Los Angeles, MLS announced its commitment to expand to 30 clubs “in the coming years." There currently are 24 teams, with another three coming aboard soon: Inter Miami and Nashville SC next year and Austin FC in 2021.
The two heavy favorites for slots No. 28 and 29 are Sacramento Republic, which has been vying for a spot since entering the USL in 2014, and St. Louis.
“No official decision was made on future expansion markets, but the Commissioner’s office was authorized to advance discussions with Sacramento and St. Louis ownership groups regarding their bid,” MLS said, adding that both investor groups will make another “formal presentation” to the league’s expansion committee regarding the details of their respective bids.....
Charlotte, Phoenix, Raleigh, Detroit, San Diego and Indianapolis are among those cities whose expansion hopes may be rekindled thanks to Thursday’s announcement."