
Phoenix Rising Football Club Issues Statement Regarding Visit with Major League Soccer
July 25, 2018 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Phoenix Rising FC News Release
PHOENIX (July 25) - Phoenix Rising Football Club has the following statement regarding its visit with Major League Soccer:
"Tremendous gratitude from the Board of Phoenix Rising FC to MLS Commissioner, Don Garber, and Deputy Commissioner, Mark Abbott, for meeting with us today and considering our updated proposal to become an MLS Expansion Franchise. We would be honored to join your incredible league. #RisingIsReady for MLS!"
About Phoenix Rising FC
Phoenix Rising FC is the highest-level professional soccer franchise in Arizona's history. The club is owned by legendary Chelsea and Ivory Coast striker, Didier Drogba, Advantage Sports Union CEO, Alex Zheng, Kona Grill CEO, Berke Bakay, and an impressive collection of business leaders and international celebrities. Established in 2016, Phoenix Rising FC is one of 10 cities applying for Major League Soccer (MLS) expansion and currently plays in the United Soccer League, the largest Division 2 professional league in the world. In October 2017, Phoenix Rising FC acquired Premier Development League (PDL) side FC Tucson. For season tickets or more information call 602.900.0083 or visit PHXRisingFC.com. You can also follow the team on Facebook (PHXRisingFC), Twitter (@PHXRisingFC), Instagram (@PHXRisingFC), Snapchat (PHXRisingFC) and YouTube (PhoenixRisingFootballClub). ?
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