First US Soccer League Title Was Won by a Premier League Team and Not From USA in 1967

Lionel Messi finally arrived in Florida before applying the finishing touches on his move to MLS side Inter Miami. Furthermore, several fans flocked to Inter Miami’s DRV PNK Stadium to catch sight of their idol. Indeed, soccer fans are thrilled about Messi’s arrival in the US Soccer League.

With the arrival of the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner, MLS has become the center of attention among soccer fans. Besides Messi’s debut’s immense hype, some fans were shocked after discovering the first winner of the US Soccer League. Interestingly, the first US Soccer League was won by a Premier League Team. In addition to that, the first MLS winner also shared how their club’s win influenced the world’s best soccer player’s move to US Soccer.

Who won the first US Soccer League?

Inter Miami is planning a grand welcome party for Lionel Messi on Sunday. Although Messi’s announcement shocked the entire soccer fandom, the Argentine legend was secretly influenced by the first North American Soccer winners. Interestingly, the first US Soccer League trophy was lifted by a Premier League team, not the USA.

Wolves won the North American Soccer championship in 1967 and introduced professional soccer to the USA. Only a few Molineux fans realize their club’s influence on the renowned US MLS. The untold story of Wolves’ influence on America is about to be brought to life by a new documentary from Wolves Studios–1967: When Wolves Conquered the USA.

The film focuses on the summer of ’67 when LA Wolves won the first-ever United Soccer Association (USA) league title. Back in 1966, the United States recognized England’s World Cup triumph. Owing to its ever-growing popularity, the USA formed North America’s first professional league in 1967.

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Without players of their own, the USA League imported entire teams from Europe and South America for the inaugural season. After competing against several teams, the Wolves managed to lift the first US Soccer League trophy. Interestingly, former Wolves goalie Phil Parkes also opened up about how the Wolves’ win back in 1967 secretly influenced Lionel Messi’s move to MLS.

Former Premier League player shares shocking statement

With no surprise, Wolves played an important role in the success of soccer in the US back in 1967. Furthermore, several fans were influenced by North American Soccer which promoted the practice of soccer in America.

In a recent interview, the former Wolves goalkeeper opened up about their performance and influence. He said, “We each got a little trophy as the first champions of America and I’m proud of what we achieved as LA Wolves.” 

“Lionel Messi might never have made it to the MLS if it hadn’t been for us introducing the professional game to the States,” he further added. Indeed, the first North American Soccer winner’s influence in the US stunned several soccer fans.

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