Joe Cannon (soccer) signed by Major League Soccer team San Jose Earthquakes. After starting goalkeeper David Kramer tore the labrum in his shoulder, Cannon was promoted to the first team for the Quakes. He would remain as the starter until 2002, leading San Jose to victory in MLS Cup 2001 and winning his first MLS Goalkeeper of the Year Award in 2002. Cannon's Major League Soccer contract expired following the 2002 season and he attempted to play for a European team. After an unsuccessful trial with Feyenoord, he signed a six-month contract with RC Lens of France's Ligue 1. He was behind Charles
North American Soccer League the national deals, many clubs have local broadcast deals. Note: NASL club records only include performance while team competed in the NASL. Current through 2017 Season. Order based on major honors (championships). Bold denotes players still playing in the NASL. "Statistics as of November 2017" Stadium attendances are a significant source of regular income for the NASL and its clubs. The average and total attendances are listed below. North American Soccer League The North American Soccer League (NASL) is a professional men's soccer league headquartered in New York City. The league has been on hiatus since completing the 2017 season.