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How MLS Players Union Could Leverage USL Division One Plans


Published on 2025-02-19 05:05:27 - Forbes
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  • MLS ownership has succeeded at keeping wages low relative to other American sports leagues. But that has actually resulted in giving USL a potential opening.

The article from Forbes discusses how the Major League Soccer Players Association (MLSPA) could potentially leverage the expansion plans of the United Soccer League (USL) Division One to improve player conditions and compensation. The USL's ambition to expand and possibly become a second-tier league in the U.S. soccer pyramid could provide an alternative for players, thereby increasing competition for talent. This competition might push MLS to enhance its offerings to retain and attract players. The article highlights that with USL's plans to grow, including new teams and possibly a new league structure, the MLSPA could use this as a bargaining chip in negotiations for better wages, working conditions, and benefits. This dynamic could lead to a more competitive environment for soccer in the U.S., potentially benefiting players across both leagues.

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[ https://www.forbes.com/sites/ianquillen/2025/02/19/how-mls-players-union-could-leverage-usl-division-one-plans/ ]
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