Major League Soccer has it’s 20th franchise in New York City.
In a surprise announcement, MLS has revealed the addition of their newest club – New York City Football Club – which will be owned and operated by Manchester City and the New York Yankees. They are expected to debut during the 2015 MLS season in a venue that is yet to be determined.
“We proudly welcome two of the most prestigious professional global sports organizations to Major League Soccer,” Garber said in a statement released by the league. “This is a transformational development that will elevate the league to new heights in this country. The New York area is home to more than 19 million people, and we look forward to an intense crosstown rivalry between New York City Football Club and the New York Red Bulls that will captivate this great city.”
“New York is a legendary sports town, as well as a thriving global city with a rapidly expanding soccer fan-base,” said Ferran Soriano, CEO of Manchester City. “We are thrilled to contribute to the energy and growth of New York City Soccer. In the Yankees, we have found the absolute best partner for developing a world-class sports organization and a winning team that will carry the New York City Football Club name with pride.”
Manchester City will be the team’s majority owner while the Yankees will take an “active role in the ownership group.” What their stake in the team is yet to be known but they will lend the service of current President Randy Levine as a point man for the club.








