Introduction. Over the last 30 years, North American soccer has steadily progressed, reaching levels that even the most hopeful supporters could not have dreamed. In 1996, Major League Soccer had ten registered teams; today, there are 28 teams, each with their own sports complex dedicated solely to the practice of this activity. Years of quick growth were marked by less creative decisions that were easily rejected, as well as reformist moves that “pushed” soccer in the United States to greatness.
Material and method. The stereotype of the “retired league” has been lifted, and with the addition of major international talents, the MLS has become a tremendously appealing league for any professional soccer player. Of course, we cannot currently compare this league to the well-known Premier League or La Liga, but reputations are built over time, and involvement can help you accomplish this goal.
Results. Romanians were initially skeptical of the MLS, but this view has shifted mostly as a result of increased competitiveness and commercial appeal, as well as huge expenditures from several world-renowned sponsors.
Conclusions. If the great Romanian players of the “Golden Generation” rejected MLS approaches, the younger generation is very interested in the North American sports competition. The next paragraphs will explain how this paradigm shift occurred.
