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MLS Relocates Production to WWE Facility Ahead of World Cup

1/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Major League Soccer is making a bold move by relocating its production to WWE's expansive 30,000-square-foot facility in Stamford, Connecticut. This strategic shift promises to elevate content quality and foster collaboration among teams, all while gearing up for the MLS Season Pass on Apple TV and a decade-long partnership with Apple, igniting excitement for fans as the World Cup approaches.

History

Historical Context

Major League Soccer's move to WWE's Stamford facility echoes the 1996 launch of MLS, which struggled in multi-purpose stadiums. This shift signals a new era, enhancing production quality and fan engagement, much like the league's evolution from shared venues to soccer-specific stadiums over the past two decades.

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Story summary

Major League Soccer is making a bold move by relocating its production to WWE's expansive 30,000-square-foot facility in Stamford, Connecticut. This strategic shift promises to elevate content quality and foster collaboration among teams, all while gearing up for the MLS Season Pass on Apple TV and a decade-long partnership with Apple, igniting excitement for fans as the World Cup approaches.

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