TORONTO — It remains unclear when — if ever — David Beckham's proposed franchise in Miami will get off the ground, but MLS recognizes there's increasing urgency to resolve what is now a nearly three-year saga.
Although MLS announced in February 2014 that Beckham had exercised his option to launch an expansion team and chosen Miami, the franchise will not be confirmed until a deal to build a soccer-specific stadium is finalized.
Delivering his annual State of the League address Friday, MLS commissioner Don Garber said that ongoing process must reach a conclusion so the league can move forward with other expansion plans.