Star-Studded MLS Game To Get Special Coverage From ESPN, Sky

Today's NYC FC-Galaxy match will feature six designated players, including NYC FC's Frank Lampard and the Galaxy's Steven Gerrard, and there has "never been an MLS game like" it. TV networks "are going all out" for the game. ESPN "will have 11 commentators covering the match, a record for a regular-season contest," while Sky Sports’ "interest in the game likely prompted the kickoff shift" from 2:00pm to 12:00pm PT (SI.com, 8/22).

Meanwhile, Impact F Didier Drogba made his debut with the team last night against the Union at Saputo Stadium. The game marked the first home sellout "in nearly two years" for the Impact (GLOBE & MAIL, 8/22).