A few weeks ago news broke about the launch of the upcoming Canadian Premier League. While the start of the league is still one or two years away, it appears as though they already have discussed some big goals. Duane Rollins of CanadianSoccerNews tweeted last week that two sources had confirmed the CPL’s interest in expansion to 16 clubs and the elusive promotion and relegation system.
Is a 16-team CPL possible?
Yes. The CPL would likely launch somewhere closer to 8, but 16 is entirely possible within a few years from now. Using a model similar to the USL, with low entry costs and organizational requirements, the CPL can allow cities interested to join sooner and grow organically.