MLS expands into Philadelphia (PA SportsTicker)

 
Philadelphia was officially added to the Major League Soccer map Thursday as commissioner Don Garber awarded it the league's 16th franchise. [link]

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Philly suburb Chester to be home to 16th MLS team

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