Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Dave Tepper across Soccer.
The recent MLS All‑Star Game served as a catalyst for a sweeping stadium upgrade that could host a Super Bowl and draw record crowds, reflecting the city’s growing soccer culture.
Charlotte FC leveraged the 2026 MLS All-Star Game to highlight its rapid growth, the massive Bank of America Stadium renovation, and the city’s ambition to become a premier soccer hub in the United States.
Charlotte FC’s debut in MLS, the 2026 All-Star Game and a massive stadium renovation have turned the city into a burgeoning soccer and entertainment epicenter, drawing national attention and future Super Bowl aspirations.
Matt Freese admits he may never fully get over the US team's 4-1 loss to Belgium in the 2026 World Cup, describing the emotional toll of a mistake that led to the winning goal, the boos he received in his first post‑World Cup MLS match, and his philosophy of not letting highs or lows define him. Alongside teammates Tim Ream and Max Arfsten, he expresses optimism about the sport's rising popularity in the United States, while Lionel Messi's decision to skip the MLS All‑Star Game underscores the league's increasing global stature.