Kick Off: Plans revealed for new Detroit soccer stadium | MLS midweek recap

Here are the top soccer stories everyone’s talking about this morning:


Late Generosity


New York City FC boss Patrick Vieira hit out at his charges for giving out too many gifts after they conceded late to settle for a 1-1 home draw with Montreal on Wednesday night.


Walking Wounded


New England's injury woes increased when Charlie Davies picked up a knock during their 1-1 draw with Portland on Wednesday night. Meanwhile, Timbers ace Darlington Nagbelooked solid in his return to the lineup.


Aaaand Another 1-1 Draw


Despite Kendall Waston earning yet another red card on Wednesday night, Vancouver managed to battle for a share of the spoils with Sporting Kansas City, as all three matches on the MLS Wednesday night slate finished 1-1.


Expansion Talk


Prospective owners in Detroit held a press conference on Wednesday unveiling their plans for an MLS expansion club and brand new soccer stadium for the city. Here's the sneak peek at the renderings for the proposed downtown home.


Most Wanted List


An Italian report claims Lazio and Molde have eyes for Orlando City forward and reigning AT&T Rookie of the YearCyle Larin.


Early Omens


Are teams currently out of the playoff spots already in trouble? Our Benjamin Baer looks back at the last few seasons in an effort to determine the playoff hopes for clubs off to a rocky 2016 start.


Galaxy Guardians


Though some were skeptical upon their acquisitions, both Ashley Cole and Jelle Van Damme are fitting in well along the LA Galaxy back line.


Suspended Sentences


San Jose's Andres Imperiale and Houston's Alex have each been hit with one-game suspensions.


Lending a Hand


Looking for a way to help the victims of the recent disasters in Ecuador, Japan and Houston, Texas? MLS WORKS is encouraging the MLS family to contribute to the relief efforts.


Retired But Not Forgotten


An English scribe has penned a tribute to former US national teamer and Houston Dynamo star Stuart Holden, who was a Premier League shooting star if there ever was one.


Taylor-Made


ESPN commentator Taylor Twellman joined the Oregon Live podcast crew to discuss various MLS topics, including the Timbers' title run from last season, referee decisions and the expansion race.


Once And Future?


Due to a serious injury suffered by Italy midfielder Claudio Marchiso, the Italian press is wondering: Could Andrea Pirlo make an Azzurri return for Euro 2016?


Copa Cabana


Armchair Analyst Matt Doyle starts his look at who might make the provisional US squad for Copa América Centenario by running through the goalkeepers and defenders.


The Kid


Borussia Dortmund and US teen Christian Pulisic is reportedly being monitored by the likes of Liverpool, Manchester City and Real Madrid. However, one team he will probably never suit up for is Tab Ramos' US U-20 side.


May The Saborío Be With You


D.C. United will hold a Star Wars Night at RFK Stadium when the rival Red Bulls visit on May 13.


Bison Tale


Spike Lee and ESPN joined forces to put together a short film about the Howard University soccer heroes who won a pair of NCAA championships back in the early 1970s.


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