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USL Announces Tentative New CBA After Player Protests
TL;DR
The United Soccer League and its players association have tentatively agreed on a new collective bargaining agreement after lengthy negotiations and player protests. The agreement addresses key issues but still requires final ratification.
Key points
- USL and players association reached a tentative CBA agreement
- Negotiations included a federal mediator and player protests
- Players competed under old CBA terms since it expired
- Key issues include minimum compensation and health insurance
- Final ratification is needed to complete the agreement
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The United Soccer League and its players association tentatively agreed to a new collective bargaining agreement after more than a year-and-a-half of negotiations that included a federal mediator and on-field protests this season.
Players in the second-tier U.S. menâs league have been competing this spring under the terms of their old CBA that expired at the end of last year. Negotiations began in August 2024, and by March 2026, the two sides were still far apart on minimum compensation, health insurance, and NIL rights.
The USL and USLPA released a joint statement on Thursday night that they âhave reached a tentative agreement on key termsâ of the CBA, though more steps remain to cement the deal, including final ratification.
âThis milestone represents a significant step forward for the league and its players, reflecting a shared commitment to the continued growth of the game and the advancement of professional standards,â the statement read.
The two sides did not divulge details of the tentative agreement. The USL and USLPA did not immediately respond to requests for interviews.
After players voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike in February, they have stood still for a minute at the start of some matches this season in protest. Players also wore shirts reading âDo you stand with the players, USSF?â before U.S. Open Cup matches.
Players wanted to establish league-wide professional standards with the new CBA. âThe sentiment across the entire player pool is that that floor needs to rise significantly higher across the board,â USLPA president and Colorado Springs Switchbacks defender Duke Lacroix in March.
Q&A
What are the key terms of the new USL collective bargaining agreement?
The tentative agreement includes important terms related to minimum compensation, health insurance, and NIL rights, though specific details have yet to be finalized.
Why did USL players protest during the negotiations?
Players protested to highlight their concerns over compensation and working conditions while negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement.
When did negotiations for the new USL CBA begin?
Negotiations for the new collective bargaining agreement began in August 2024 and have continued for over a year and a half.
What steps remain before the new USL CBA is finalized?
Final ratification is required to cement the tentative agreement reached between the USL and its players association.