No more excuses

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It looks as if the MetroStars will have a new soccer-only stadium, opening in 2007. This is great news.

For NYC-based fans, you will be able to take the PATH to Harrison, NJ, the home of the new stadium. From the PATH train, it's just a short walk to the stadium site. It will be $3 roundtrip instead of the current $6.50, but more importantly no worries about traffic.

The other good news is that with a more intimate (25,000) venue, it won't feel like an empty stadium. Club soccer was not intended for 60,000+ seat stadiums. The players, and the fans, will be much better served by having the fans closer, more concentrated, and louder.

So starting in 2007 there is no excuse not to go see MLS action. You know, unless you really don't care for soccer.