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Legal Analysis


NWSL’s Rebirth in Boston: From Breakers to Believers
The city of Boston arguably has one of the best sports fanbases in the country. While their beloved Red Sox, Celtics, Patriots, and...
Madison Greco
Nov 3, 20234 min read


Willet’s Point Revitalization Plan: The Process of Building New York City FC’s New Stadium
The relatively new soccer team New York City FC (“NYCFC”) just received approval to build a new stadium set to open in 2025, the first...
Evan Lautato
Jul 21, 20232 min read


An Inside Look into the Life of MLS Club Legal Counsel – New York City FC
For many attorneys and law students aspiring to utilize their legal degrees to work in the sports industry, an in-house position with a...
Bryce Goodwyn
Jul 14, 20239 min read


The Most Unique Stadium in Europe: Estádio Municipal de Braga
The Municipal Stadium of Braga is one of the most unique soccer stadiums in Europe. Located in the northwest region of Portugal in the...
Evan Lautato
Jul 7, 20232 min read


Retiring Goodison Park and The Challenges Everton Face Building Their New Stadium
Everton is one of England’s oldest club teams and was founded in 1878. The Merseyside team built Goodison Park in 1888 and, at the time,...
Evan Lautato
Jun 24, 20232 min read


Team Mexico Fans' Slurs Leave CONCACAF Seeking Enforcement Mechanisms
While many Team USA fans will be pleased with their 2-0 CONCACAF Nations League victory over Canada on Father’s Day, the biggest story of...
Chase Youngman
Jun 23, 20232 min read


Luton Town and the Challenge of Becoming Premier League Ready
On May 27, 2023, Luton Town beat Coventry City 6-5 in penalty kicks to be promoted into the top flight of English soccer. The small...
Evan Lautato
Jun 14, 20232 min read


How a Dream Likely Became Reality: An Initial Breakdown of Lionel Messi’s Unprecedented MLS Contract
For devoted soccer followers in the United States, this day always seemed to be, at best, an optimistic dream. And yet, in what will...
Bryce Goodwyn
Jun 7, 20234 min read


An Inside Look Into the Life of MLS Club Legal Counsel – New York Red Bulls
For many attorneys and law students aspiring to utilize their legal degrees to work in the sports industry, an in-house position with a...
Bryce Goodwyn
Mar 28, 20237 min read


Sports Law: A Year in Review & What to Watch for in 2023
In 2022, the area of sports law experienced major developments across the country, many of which will continue their trajectory of change...
Christina Stylianou & Gregg Clifton
Jan 13, 20236 min read


Can the MLS Catch Up to the Premier League? How MLS Salaries Compare to the Top Leagues in Europe.
This past winter, many Americans began watching soccer for the first time in years or for the first time in their lives. This was because...
Evan Lautato
Jan 12, 20232 min read


Court Issues Ruling On USWNT’s Attorneys Fees
Last month, a California Federal District Court formally approved the settlement agreement reached between current and former players of...
Landis Barber
Jan 11, 20231 min read


Trends of Foreign Ownership in Top Five Leagues
There has been a changing trend in the top five leagues of European football, and it has led to some major economic developments within...
Jonathan Trusz
Jan 11, 20233 min read


Cristiano Ronaldo is Now the Highest Paid Soccer Player Ever
After an interview with Piers Morgan criticizing Manchester United, Ronaldo terminated his contract with the club in November. This led...
Matthew Marino
Jan 8, 20232 min read
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