Land of 10,000 Links: January 17, 2017

Good morning, futbol fans!

Welcome to our latest daily roundup and open comment thread. Enjoy!

Minnesota

• Catch up on all our #SuperDraft coverage with our mega thread. (E Pluribus Loonum)
• We’ve got a play-by-play announcer! Callum Williams is the latest in a string of top notch signings. (twincities.com)

Around the League

• MLS reporter Sam Stejskal embedded with United brass at the draft. What followed was a fascinating look at the intricacies of draft day. (mlssoccer.com)
• The real value of the SuperDraft is hope, argues Bobby Warshaw in a heartfelt piece. (Howler)

Around the World

• Premier League ratings in decline? As Chelsea keeps their lead, TV ratings weaken. (Bloomberg)
• FIFA took its fair share of flak with the change to 48 teams in the 2026 World Cup. But what if change is for the better? (Forbes)

Countdown to MLS

• Debut MLS match on March 3 (@Timbers): 46 days
• Debut home match on March 12 (Atlanta United): 55 days