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Original publish date: May 26, 2017

Royal Roundup May 26, 2017

Academy gets a sponsor, LAFC academy and sell out, U20’s win again, more FIFA problems, and more.

RSL

MLS

  • LAFC will establish their training facility at Cal State LA.
  • Why Iniesta and Xavi would love MLS.
  • Brad Guzan is ready for MLS, is Atlanta ready for him?
  • Clint Dempsey could be a free agent next year.
  • The Homegrown Player program is growing, but has a long way to go to catch up. Here’s FourFourTwo’s 7 best Homegrown players in MLS history.
  • LAFC has sold out all suites and premium seating for it’s inaugural season.

Other US Leagues

  • The Cosmos Country podcast will stop covering NY Cosmos after disagreement.

USA

  • The 2017 Hall of Fame nominees list has been announced. And here’s a new look at the rendering of the HOF and timeline (at FCD’s stadium).
  • US beat Senegal 1-0 in the U-20 World Cup. Justen Glad came in as a sub in for stoppage time. US now first in group, only need tie to advance.
  • The US Congress held it’s annual charity soccer match at RFK Stadium.
  • Ex Athletes that become TV commentators often face rough transition.

International

Video

  • Judah Friedlander asks players tough questions.
  • Progress at the new Herriman Academy site.