Dec 4, 2015; Columbus, OH, USA; MLS commissioner Don Garber speaks during a press conference at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Jason Mowry-USA TODAY Sports
(Reuters) - Major League Soccer said on Tuesday 12 ownership groups have submitted official applications to land one of four expansion openings that will see the North American league grow to 28 clubs.
Charlotte, Cincinnati, Detroit, Indianapolis, Nashville, Phoenix, Raleigh/Durham, Sacramento, St. Louis, San Antonio, San Diego and Tampa/St. Petersburg are all vying to secure a team in a league that began with 10 clubs in 1996.
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