DC United: A History of Success in Major League Soccer
Introduction
DC United is an American professional men's soccer club based in Washington, D.C. It competes in the Eastern Conference of Major League Soccer (MLS), the top tier of the American soccer pyramid.
History
The club was founded in 1994 as one of the ten charter members of MLS and has since become one of the most successful teams in the league, winning 13 domestic and international trophies, including four MLS Cups, four US Open Cups, and one CONCACAF Champions League title.
Early Success
DC United enjoyed early success in MLS, winning the league's first two MLS Cups in 1996 and 1997, led by stars such as Marco Etcheverry, Jaime Moreno, and John Harkes.
The team continued to be a force in the league throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s, winning the US Open Cup in 1996, 1997, and 2008, and the CONCACAF Champions League in 1998.
Recent Years
In recent years, DC United has struggled to maintain its early success. The team has not won an MLS Cup since 2004 and has only reached the playoffs once since 2010.
However, the team has shown signs of improvement in recent seasons, and with a young and talented roster, DC United is poised to make a run for its fifth MLS Cup title in the near future.
Notable Players
DC United has had a number of notable players over the years, including:
Stadium
DC United plays its home matches at Audi Field, a soccer-specific stadium located in Buzzard Point, Washington, D.C.
The stadium opened in 2018 and has a capacity of 20,000.
Ownership
DC United is owned by Jason Levien, who purchased the team in 2012.
Levien is a businessman and former lawyer who has been involved in sports ownership for many years.
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