The recent decision by a federal jury to favor the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) and Major League Soccer (MLS) in an antitrust lawsuit brought forth by the North American Soccer League (NASL) marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of professional soccer in the United States. This case has unfolded over seven long years, reflecting
North American Soccer League
The North American Soccer League (NASL) has been embroiled in a legal battle against the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) and Major League Soccer (MLS) for years. The NASL, the second iteration of a league to bear that name, operated from 2011-2017 before eventually shutting down after losing its Division 2 designation from the USSF in