The Impact of Major League Soccer’s Birth on the US Football Landscape

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In 1993, Major League Soccer (MLS) was founded as part of the US’ bid to host the 1994 FIFA World Cup. The USMNT played an iconic tournament game that changed US soccer history.

[Major League Soccer] In 1993, MLS was founded as part of the US’ bid to host the 1994 FIFA World Cup. 🇺🇸30 years ago today, the @USMNT played their first game of the tournament; the rest is history. ✨
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Summary

  • The 1994 World Cup reignited soccer in the US after a long hiatus.
  • MLS has grown significantly since its 1993 inception, reshaping domestic football.
  • Debates continue on the significance of MLS’s origins and its impact on the sport.

Revival of US Soccer

The 1994 World Cup played a crucial role in revitalizing soccer in the US…

Evolution of MLS

MLS’s journey from its establishment in 1993 to its current status reflects…

Debates on MLS’s Origins

Opinions vary on whether MLS truly existed as a meaningful entity in 1993…