In conjunction with leading health experts, MLS has created guidelines and best practices to help reduce risk and prevent spread of the coronavirus. [14] The 2019 cup, originally slated to be broadcast on ESPN, was moved to ABC. • Ajax v Heerenveen (8.25 a.m. The MLS is Back Tournament Final, known as the MLS is Back Tournament Final presented by Wells Fargo for sponsorship reasons, was a soccer match held on August 11, 2020 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Florida.It was the final match of the MLS is Back Tournament, a competition marking the resumption of the 2020 Major League Soccer season following the initial … The Walt Disney World Resort and the Swan and Dolphin Hotel will be providing enhanced cleaning of all venues and enforcing appropriate capacity management and other social distancing guidelines. "I haven't had those conversations, but our staff has with Disney to ensure that we are able to both be accommodated in a very large resort and that both leagues' needs are being met.". Both of Portland's goals were scored by center backs. Can Orlando send this game to PKs? The match was played behind closed doors due to the pandemic and was broadcast on ESPN beginning at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The Jaguars said Saturday that a practice squad player has tested positive for the coronavirus. In terms of what would happen if there were multiple positive tests, Garber said there is no specific protocol in terms of the tipping point that would cause the tournament to be suspended or canceled. 46 min: Orlando possesses the ball for a while and runs into a green wall once again. • Bielefeld v Bayern Munich (12.20 p.m. 64 min: SAVE, the first significant goalkeeping in this game, as Gallese pushes Valeri’s low free kick around the post. That includes the NBA. SUNDAY, OCT. 18 Other than the teams in Florida or Atlanta, we're the farthest southeast in MLS. "We've been negotiating and dealing with Disney and our hotels to determine what our needs are operationally," Garber told ESPN.com. NEW YORK (July 7, 2020) – Major League Soccer today announced that the MLS is Back Tournament Group A match between Nashville SC and Chicago Fire FC on July 8 has been postponed. "The whole idea is we have to get ready for them, do the best we can to prepare ourselves, we have to win them," Vermes said "At the same time, it's not something we've dealt with before, we're going to be part of history in regards to this, so let's take advantage of it if we can.". Portland played in a defensive posture for much of the game, allowing Orlando 64% of the possession but not letting them get into good shooting positions. "It's why we're so focused on regular testing and ensure that we do what we need to do to keep our players safe," said Garber. The draw for the group stage is set for Thursday. The definition of "essential personnel" doesn't include everyone. But in terms of the steps to be taken if a player decides to go out on the town, the protocol on that is still being crafted. [12] From 1996 to 2008, the MLS Cup was broadcast in the United States on terrestrial network ABC. The game finished with Orlando having only one shot on goal - namely their goal - while Portland had six. That would have clinched it. The two Florida teams, Inter Miami CF and Orlando City SC, were also drawn together in Group A alongside Philadelphia Union, New York City FC, Chicago Fire and Nashville SC in the tournament's only six-team group. ET) Gallese runs up the field and almost gets his head to it. But they did, and it was fun to watch. We will have that in place. Jennifer Peterson makes a habit to wait until every student logs off before she does too. AND ANOTHER as Portland works the ball in to Ebobisse, who stings Gallese’s hands. [26] Dignity Health Sports Park, previously named the Home Depot Center and StubHub Center, in Carson, California, has hosted the MLS Cup the most times of any venue, with six editions between 2003 and 2014. Kyle Smith is his replacement. It gets to Valeri, whose shot forces another outstanding save from Gallese. Junior Urso replaces Mendez. [4] Since the 2012 edition, the match has been hosted by the remaining team with the highest regular season standing. "We do need to manage social distancing. 56 min: Mabiala, the Portland goal scorer, fulfills his first responsibility with a good block in his own area. 58 min: Portland tries a quick break with a good through ball to Loria, but Jansson slides to poke the ball out of play. So what's to stop teams from putting all of their efforts into the group stage and none thereafter? Saban had initially tested positive on Wednesday, along with athletic director Greg Byrne. 90 min +2: Nani tries to get past Duvall and can’t, but the Portland defender clips Nani’s shin, and that’s enough to get a whistle. Michael Vraney asks: “Who gets a red first, Nani or Blanco? [25], The MLS Cup has been hosted in eleven stadiums across nine metropolitan areas in the United States and Canada. But in terms of the Orlando tournament, Garber told ESPN.com that there has "not been a lot of contact" between MLS and the NBA. 89 min: Giovanni Savarese sends in Felipe Moro to replace Blanco. ESPN’s Jon Champion hailed the grounds crew a few minutes ago -- maybe the Portland striker can give a detailed report. Unfortunate for Valeri that his head was there. ", "MLS playoff format is an outlier in world soccer — and that's a good thing", "Wild-card L.A. 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The top tier includes players, coaches, club officials, referees and medical staff. As the host city, Orlando was seeded in Group A, with Atlanta United, Toronto FC, LAFC, the Seattle Sounders and Real Salt Lake comprising the remaining seeded teams. Each team was given only three opportunities to make substitutions, excluding substitutions made at half-time. "We're confident, having gone through this protocol, both with our own infectious disease doctor but also in sharing that with the MLSPA's infectious disease adviser, and also with the state authorities.". Both the MLS Cup champion and Supporters' Shield winner qualify for the CONCACAF Champions League, contested by the champions of CONCACAF leagues in North America, Central America, and the Caribbean. MLS is hoping that by the time the tournament ends on Aug. 11, restrictions around the country will have loosened up enough that games can be held in a team's home stadium. Thanks for following along with us. A designated player from Uruguay, Rossi is in his third MLS season. MLS to resume season with Fla. tournament starting July 8 The league's 26 teams will be divided into six groups for the opening round of the tournament … I think players are going to compete, and, we'll do that part of it," said Minnesota United midfielder Ethan Finlay. Orlando responded with a goal 12 minutes later via a move to the end-line by Nani and a pass to the near post that Mauricio Pereyra finished. Free kick. Prior to traveling to Orlando, individuals who test positive for COVID-19 will not travel and will be isolated and overseen by club medical staff. Pereyra also has Europa League experience with FC Krasnodar. 63 min: Oh my -- Moutinho makes a horrible misplay that would’ve let Loria run in one-on-one if the defender hadn’t rugby-tackled him. Dike’s sister, Courtney, is a Nigerian national team player. As a result, several MLS Cups have featured two teams from the same conference. The annual tournament in Blaine, Minn. features teams from around the world and is only open to the top-ranked squads from states across the country. Valeri’s first attempt from the corner is played out for another. With the plans now in place, here's what you need to know -- and the things we still don't know -- about MLS's return. "Whether or not we'll have any markets with fans is also uncertain, but we're also hearing about different guidelines that have been established state by state where there's even a possibility that some fans might be able to attend games," Garber said. He blasts a short shot over the bar, and Portland’s lead is intact. (Editor's Note: ESPN is owned by the Walt Disney Company. First published on Tue 11 Aug 2020 19.30 EDT. Major League Soccer has announced its return with a 26-team tournament in Orlando, after teams played just two games before pausing for the coronavirus pandemic in March. Police say a suspect arrested in connection to theft of a lemur at the San Francisco Zoo. As hosts, Orlando City will be the top seed in Group A. Nashville will move to the Eastern Conference for the tournament and the rest of the season. Benji Michel replaces Chris Mueller, who looks dejected on the bench despite some fine moments in this game and an outstanding tournament. • Inter Miami v Montreal (7.00 p.m. The competition, called the MLS is Back Tournament, will begin with a group stage followed by knockout rounds.