David Tepper to meet with MLS regarding potential Charlotte expansion team

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David Tepper to meet with MLS regarding potential Charlotte expansion team

The Panthers owner will meet with MLS in mid-July.

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https://www.sportbusiness.com/news/david-tepper-steps-up-charlotte-mls-expansion-bid/

David Tepper steps up Charlotte MLS expansion bid

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Report: Charlotte 'very much in play' for MLS expansion as opposing group plans $1.9B stadium

Panthers owner David Tepper has made it clear he wants to see Major League Soccer in Charlotte but now he's facing serious competition.

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https://ussoccerplayers.com/2019/06/north-carolina-and-mls.html

NORTH CAROLINA AND MLS

WASHINGTON, DC (June 28, 2019) US Soccer Players - You probably didn’t see this coming, what with Sacramento standing by with the red carpet already rolled out for MLS to come calling and St Louis priming itself to be the next darling of the expansion parade. Even MLS commissioner Don Garber’s declarations that MLS won’t, in fact, stop at 28 might not have prepared anybody for the speed at which things are moving forward for a 30th team.

MLS has a backlog of three teams with Nashville, Austin, and Miami still in buildup mode. By the time the summer is over, that number could be five. The league has no problem handing out expansion franchises with previously awarded teams yet to make their competitive debut.

While the backlog probably won’t grow before Nashville and Miami join league play next season, a clear frontrunner has emerged for team 30. News that MLS planned to expand to at least 30 teams had cities lining up in recent months. Among the contending markets that have emerged, in addition to Detroit’s finalist bid from the last round of expansion, are Phoenix, Las Vegas, Indianapolis, and Raleigh.

Tampa and San Antonio have been in the mix in the past, but the status of their bid unclear. San Diego looks to be off the board, but it’s impossible to know if a new plan for that city might pop up.

The city with the inside track on number 30 per the reporting of Brian Straus at SI.com is Charlotte, North Carolina. Charlotte’s bid turns on a number of factors, not the least of which is the backing of Dave Tepper, owner of the Carolina Panthers. Upon taking control of the Panthers and Bank of America Stadium in 2017, Tepper immediately mentioned bringing MLS to Charlotte as part of his plan.

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Charlotte Very Much in Play as MLS Mulls Expansion Growth to 30

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https://www.tampabay.com/sports/rowdies/2019/06/30/late-goal-sends-rowdies-past-ottawa/

Late goal sends Rowdies past Ottawa

Sebastian Guenzatti scores in the 92nd minute for a 2-1 win and a return to first place in the USL Championship East.

Rowdies fans cheer on their team at a game at Al Lang Stadium last year. [OCTAVIO JONES | Times (2018)]

ST. PETERSBURG — The Rowdies ended Ottawa’s 10-match...

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North Carolina FC Moves Into Fourth Place With 1-0 Win Over Nashville SC

– NCFC has now recorded wins against teams placed first (Tampa Bay Rowdies), second (New York Red Bulls II) and fourth (Nashville SC) in the Eastern Conference standings this season.

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https://www.redskins101.com/matches/32632-soccer-scores-tampa-bay-rowdies-vs-ottawa-fury-fc

Redskins101 > USA > USL Championship > Soccer scores: Tampa Bay Rowdies vs Ottawa Fury FC

Tampa Bay Rowdies   2 - 1   Ottawa Fury FC

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https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/2019/06/30/indy-eleven-draw-louisville-city-fc-remain-unbeaten-home/1611248001/

Indy Eleven draw Louisville, remain unbeaten at home

Lucas Oil Stadium remained a fortress for the Indy Eleven, as it played to a 1-1 draw Saturday against Louisville City FC.

The Eleven opened the game's scoring with Tyler Pasher's goal in the ninth minute. It was Pasher's fifth goal in the month, a league-best, and his seventh goal overall.

Louisville City FC equalized 10 minutes after the start of the second half on a Paolo DelPiccolo set piece.

The Eleven are undefeated at home over the last 17 games, winning 10 games and drawing seven. They also hold a 10-game undefeated streak overall and sit in second place in the USL Championship's Eastern Conference with 34 points. They are two points back of the Tampa Bay Rowdies for the top spot.

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Falcao could sign for David Beckham's Inter Miami side

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Fury FC undefeated streak ends with added-time loss against Rowdies

Rowdies 2, Fury FC 1
Ottawa Fury FC’s undefeated streak ended at 10 games on Saturday night, snapped by a 2-1 added-time defeat against the Tampa Bay Rowdies in Florida.

Sebastian Guenzatti’s goal in the second minute of additional time made the difference as the Rowdies improved their United Soccer League Championship record to 10-1-7. Fury FC dropped to 7-3-7, but remained sixth in the league standings.

Christiano François opened the scoring for Ottawa in the 22nd minute, but Juan Tejada provided the equalizer for Tampa Bay in the 36th.

Fury FC hadn’t lost in USL play since April 20 against Louisville FC.

Its next regular-season game is in New York against the Red Bulls II on July 5.

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Former Rowdies Owner Selling 'Guest House' For $6.2 Million

This Snell Isle home was purchased as a guest house by former Tampa Bay Rowdies owner and current Mall at Sundial​ owner Bill Edwards.

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https://www.tampabay.com/st-petersburg/three-mayors-one-owner-no-deal-st-petes-futile-history-with-the-rays-20190629/

Three mayors. One owner. No deal. St. Pete’s futile history with the Rays.

Tampa Bay Rays owner Stu Sternberg is at odds with St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Kriseman. It isn’t the first time the Rays and City Hall have been far apart. Will it be the last?

Rays owner Stu Sternberg (top left) has found himself at odds with three St. Petersburg mayors: current Mayor Rick Kriseman (top right); Bill Foster (bottom right); and Rick Baker (bottom left.) [Times files]

ST. PETERSBURG — Rick Kriseman was supposed to be the...

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How Detroit City FC turned into one of the NPSL’s hottest clubs

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https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-7195531/Radamel-Falcao-targets-stunning-David-Beckhams-new-MLS-franchise-Inter-Miami.html

Ex-Manchester United and Chelsea striker Radamel Falcao 'targets stunning move to David Beckham's new MLS franchise Inter Miami'

The Monaco striker is also attracting interest from MLS side Columbus Crew

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have been linked with a move to Inter Miami

Radamel Falcao believes the best way to finish his career is in America next year

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https://www.prosoccerusa.com/usl/usl-review-rowdies-trade-championship-memphis-baltimore-expansion-2019/

USL Review: Rowdies make moves; league eyes Baltimore expansion

The Tampa Bay Rowdies traded away a pair of players and got one that its familiar with in return. Also, reports say the USL is “strongly considering bringing a franchise to Baltimore.”

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https://www.courier-journal.com/story/sports/soccer/louisville-city-fc/2019/06/28/louisville-city-fc-trades-lucky-mkosana-tampa-bay-rowdies/1592225001/

Louisville City FC sends Lucky Mkosana to Tampa Bay in rare midseason trade

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Rowdies acquire forward Lucky Mkosana

After a trade with Louisville City FC, the former Rowdie likely will be eligible for Saturday’s home match.

Lucky Mkosana gets a cross by by Atlanta Blair Gavin Rowdies at home vs. Atlanta. (JOHN PENDYGRAFT | Times)

Lucky Mkosana is returning to Al Lang Stadium.

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Rowdies’ Sebastian Guenzatti spends a lot less time on the sideline these days

And the team, which faces Ottawa on Saturday night, is better for it as he leads in scoring with eight goals.

The Rowdies' Sebastián Guenzatti (13) drives the ball down the field during the second half against the Charleston Battery on June 15 at Al Lang Stadium. (ALLIE GOULDING | Times)

ST. PETERSBURG — As the lone holdovers from the 2017...

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Ottawa Fury FC looking to get Rowdies

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BECK OF THE NET Man Utd and Chelsea flop Radamel Falcao wants transfer to David Beckham’s new MLS franchise Inter Miami

RADAMEL FALCAO, one of a staggering 70 first-team players at Monaco, is angling for a move to David Beckham’s Inter Miami side.

SunSport understands Falcao, 33, wants to finish in MLS a career that has included spells with River Plate, Porto, Manchester United and Chelsea.

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https://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/soccer/bs-sp-soccer-baltimore-expansion-mls-usl-20190529-story.html

Could a professional outdoor soccer team come to Baltimore? Many hope the city could support one.

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https://www.austinchronicle.com/news/2019-06-28/is-austin-big-enough-for-both-mls-and-usl-soccer-teams/

Is Austin Big Enough for Both MLS and USL Soccer Teams?

Rival sports titans square off in soccer city