THE BLUE HELL: Can a Stadium Change the Fortunes of a Club?
Published on June 25, 2021 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
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With the recent surge of expansion in Major League Soccer it can be tempting to focus solely on new teams and their new stadiums.
However, the evolution of the Kansas City 'Wiz' into Sporting KC may be just as compelling a story, as it shows how an MLS original, fighting for relevancy in its hometown, was able to revamp itself into one of the most successful clubs in the league.
Homecoming is a new series that looks at the unique story of soccer stadiums in North American and explores the design, inspiration, and origins behind the best and brightest stadiums in Major League Soccer.
Major League Soccer Stories from June 25, 2021
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- Inter Miami CF to Donate $10,000 to Surfside Relief Fund - Inter Miami CF
- Come to Nashville SC's Pre-Match Party on Saturday at Hard Rock Cafe - Nashville SC
- Nashville SC Looks to Carry Momentum into Saturday's Match against CF Montréal - Nashville SC
- Revolution's Carles Gil with Historic Start in Playmaking: Week 10 News and Notes - MLS
- D.C. United Loan Kimarni Smith to Loudoun United FC - D.C. United
- Preview: Sporting KC to Host LAFC on Saturday - Sporting Kansas City
- Three Points: Houston Dynamo FC Close Three-Game Stretch in Utah - Houston Dynamo FC
- #DALvNE: Five Facts You Need to Know - FC Dallas
- MLS Disciplinary Committee Decisions Announced - MLS
- Real Salt Lake Returns Home to Host Houston Dynamo FC - Real Salt Lake
- Sporting KC Launches Fundraising Raffle for the Victory Project - Sporting Kansas City
- Earthquakes Acquire Brazilian Defender Nathan - San Jose Earthquakes
- U17 Academy Team Qualify for MLS NEXT Cup Playoffs in Dallas - Charlotte FC
- Three New England Revolution Academy Teams Bid for Championships at MLS NEXT Cup Playoffs in Frisco, Texas - New England Revolution
- Columbus Crew Announces Frictionless Matchday Experience at Lower.Com Field - Columbus Crew SC
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