No Messi, just 8 MLS 1st teams in U.S. Open Cup
Only eight of the 26 MLS clubs will participate with their first teams in the 2023-24 U.S. Open Cup, the format of which was announced Friday.
USL upset with handling of MLS-Open Cup row
USL CEO Paul McDonough expressed disappointment at the U.S. Soccer Federation's handling of a dispute involving MLS and the 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, which is having a ripple effect on the USL.
MLS set for stand-in refs after union rejects CBA
The Professional Soccer Referees Association (PSRA) rejected a proposed new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) put before it by the union's executive board, and negotiated with the referees' employer.
Ex-Jay Bautista flips to soccer; buys Vegas Lights
Former Toronto Blue Jays third baseman José Bautista is the new principal owner of the USL Championship franchise Las Vegas Lights FC.
USMNT to start 2024 vs. Slovenia on Jan. 20
The United States men's national team will open their 2024 schedule against Slovenia on Jan. 20, U.S. Soccer said on Monday.
Mexico's Barajas wins USL Young Player of Year
Charleston Battery midfielder and Mexico youth international player Fidel Barajas has won the Young Player of the Year award for 2023's USL Championship season.
Phoenix Rising wins USL championship after 90th minute equalizer (1:38)
Da'vian Kimbrough, 13, is more than America's youngest pro
Da'vian Kimbrough is the youngest pro soccer player in American history, but this 13-year-old wants to make headlines for his play, not his age.
The 'incredible achievement' of 13-year-old Da'vian Kimbrough (2:47)
'Bury Us With The Cup': San Diego Loyal eyes a first-ever championship in its bittersweet final days
Despite being one of the most well-run teams in the American lower league scene, San Diego Loyal are going bust, but not without a shot at the title.
13-year-old makes pro soccer debut for USL club
At 13 years, 7 months, 13 days old, Sacramento Republic forward Da'vian Kimbrough became the youngest North American soccer player to make their professional debut.
Sources: Ramos to assist Peay on Revs staff
The New England Revolution have named former Houston Dynamo FC and U.S. U-20 national team manager Tab Ramos as an assistant coach, multiple sources have told ESPN.
U.S. youth forward Osundina signs for Feyenoord
United States youth international forward Korede Osundina has completed a move from USL Championship side Orange County SC to Feyenoord.
Donovan's San Diego USL team to fold after '23
San Diego Loyal will cease operations after playing its final season in the USL Championship this year, the club announced on Thursday.
USL signing, 13, youngest pro in American soccer
USL Championship side Sacramento Republic signed 13-year-old Da'vian Kimbrough on Tuesday and might have made U.S. team sports history in the process.
Source: USL set to vote on promotion/relegation
The USL is set to vote on whether to adopt promotion and relegation between its divisions, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Sacramento Rep. owner set to buy Huddersfield
Kevin Nagle, the owner of USL Championship side Sacramento Republic, has begun the process to purchase English Championship side Huddersfield Town.
Ex-USMNT goalkeeper Hamid joins Memphis
Former United States international and D.C. United goalkeeper Bill Hamid has signed with USL Championship side Memphis 901.
USL enters new era of developing the next wave of U.S., Mexico talent
It may be below MLS on the American professional soccer pyramid, but the USL Championship has proved to be a prime league for producing talent.
Bypassed by MLS, Josh Cohen relishes Champions League dream ahead of Juventus, PSG tests
The ultimate late bloomer? How Josh Cohen became Israel's top player, where he has led Maccabi Haifa to the Champions League.
Torres, Michel inspire Orlando City to U.S. Open Cup glory
Orlando City secured its first trophy in club history, with Facundo Torres and Benji Michel inspiring the Lions to a 3-0 USOC win over Sacramento.
Orlando beats Sacramento, wins U.S. Open Cup
Facundo Torres scored twice as Orlando City won its first-ever trophy with a 3-0 U.S. Open Cup final victory over the Sacramento Republic Wednesday.
With Sacramento's MLS plans on hiatus, a U.S. Open Cup win would etch team into American soccer lore
Once tabbed to join MLS, Sacramento's U.S. Open Cup run is more than about pride -- it's about showing how to compete with the country's top teams.
Rodrigo Lopez worked construction to keep career alive. Now he's on the cusp of a U.S. Open Cup title.
Rodrigo Lopez's career has had plenty of peaks and valleys. Now he and Sacramento Republic are on the verge of writing American soccer lore.
Hartford Athletic name Tab Ramos as coach
Former Houston Dynamo and U.S. U-20 coach Tab Ramos was named new manager of the USL side Hartford Athletic.
USL Championship Ladder
| Group East | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Battery | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | +8 | 15 |
| Louisville City FC | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | +9 | 12 |
| Detroit City FC | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | +4 | 12 |
| Hartford Athletic | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | +2 | 9 |
| Tampa Bay Rowdies | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | +6 | 9 |
| Birmingham Legion FC | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 7 |
| Loudoun United FC | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7 |
| North Carolina FC | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -2 | 6 |
| Miami FC | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -4 | 4 |
| Indy Eleven | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | -5 | 4 |
| Rhode Island FC | 5 | 0 | 4 | 1 | -3 | 4 |
| Pittsburgh Riverhounds | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | -5 | 2 |
| Group West | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
| Orange County SC | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | +5 | 12 |
| Sacramento Republic FC | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | +4 | 12 |
| Monterey Bay | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | +3 | 11 |
| New Mexico United | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 10 |
| Las Vegas Lights FC | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| San Antonio FC | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | +2 | 9 |
| Phoenix Rising FC | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -1 | 7 |
| Oakland Roots | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | -3 | 7 |
| FC Tulsa | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | +1 | 5 |
| Memphis 901 FC | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -4 | 3 |
| El Paso Locomotive FC | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | -5 | 1 |
| Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | -8 | 0 |