It has come to the attention of those who watch Major League soccer that the twentieth team will definitely be in NYC. It will most likely be the New York Cosmos because of the stars that are associated with it, and the marketability of the Franchise name. The name was made famous by Pele, and has touched generations of Soccer or futbol lovers. The commissioner of Major League Soccer wants the team to be the Cosmos in New York City because of the Market place, and it will definitely of the future of the League. New York City is a proven success of supporting the growth of franchises, and providing leagues with extra revenues. Everyone does business here, there are tons of tourists attractions, a lot of money is spent, and there is more diversity than almost anywhere else in the United States. Just look at how the Yankees have carried Major League baseball for years, and without them baseball would lose a considerable amount of money.
I am not against the NY Cosmos becoming a Major League Franchise I am just not sure they should make it the 20th team. In order to create a franchise and build a stadium in New York City it will take a very log time to get started and finish it. First there is finding a space to build a stadium, building the stadium, and then getting everything in order. This will take two to three years to complete, and that is the best case scenario. There are plenty of rewards to make up the costs, however I do believe we will hinder the growth of future Major League Soccer teams by waiting on the NY Cosmos. I think that we should give two other Cities the oppurtunity to become official teams, and within then let the Cosmos Franchise in when everything is complete for them to begin their first season.
Instead of New York I have seven Cities instead who would make better choices to invest in now to help the growth of Major League Soccer. These Cities are as follows Cleaveland, St. Louis, Detriot, Orlando, Pittsburg,and phoenix. These Cities are great to help grow the game of soccer in the United States, and provide more options for extra television money. Cleaveland and Detriot are easy places to start up Franchises. Detriot already has a stadium that is not being used, and all it needs is a year or two to revenote it to be more soccer specific. Cleaveland does not have a soccer specific stadium, however the City is craving entertainment, and a successful soccer team could provide it. They have had soccer teams in the City before and fan turnout has always been very positive. They also have plenty of land in the City that is not being used so they could get one built within seventeen months, and play one season at the Cleaveland Browns stadium to get people use to going to games. Both Detriot and Cleaveland will also help television ratings for the MLS.
Orlando is the only City in Florida that I could see a soccer team doing well. Miami is the worst City for Franchises because even when they do well most people are to busy doing other things. There is a night club in the Dolphins stadium, and more people would rather do that than go to the game. The florida Marlins are not a horrible team, and yet they can never get the stadium filled. Tampa Bay is just as worse because some fans will not even show up for playoff games. That is horrible when people will not show up to see their team qualify for the playoffs. It is not because fans do not want to go it is mostly because those things cost money, and the job market it terrible. Orlando is a great City with a lot of wealthy people, and those who are willing to spend their money. Even when the Magic are doing terribly, the stadium is full. I say would say its the best way to keep a soccer franchise in Florida.
St. Louis is a City that loves soccer and has a rich history of it. It may seem like a dying City, but it is really busy during the day, and people love night life. Also a lot of people who work in St.Louis own homes outside of it to avoid high taxes, but are regularly ticket holders for the Cardinals and Rams. A team here would do well, and help create rivals in the Midwest. As for Pittsburg and Phoenix they would serve mostly one purpose to create rivals within their regions. Yes they would help the league gain television money, and add extra reveue. The rivalries would be great to watch on television for people of Pennsylvania. Pittsburg vs Philadelphia is always a great rivalry and helps clients create strong bonds with teams who represent their cities. Phoenix would rival those in Califonia and texas. Arizona has a gigantic Latin poppulation like most states in that region, and would give clients more options of teams to cheer for. Regional rivalry is a big part of why Euope and other countries dominate soccer. Without regional rivalry it is hard to get people involved with the sport.
Lastly I think that unlike most leagues around the world Major League Soccer should go up to 30 or 32 teams. We are a bigger country unlike most soccer nations, and need more teams in order to stay compete, and cultivate the talent that is available not only in the country, but from around the world. All other leagues have at least thirty teams, and they are able to compete with everyone else in baseball and basketball. FIFA will not stunt the growth of the United States because of the differences between other countries, and if we are going to succeed in ways that work for us.
Thanks for Reading
JonnySoccer
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