“The big difference between the NASL and now is that there wasn’t a co-ordinated plan. If Las Vegas wanted in the league, you’d send in three box tops from Kellogg’s Cornflakesand you’re in. And you lasted a year and you’re out. What MLS has done is they’ve controlled the growth.”

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