The North American Soccer League (NASL) operates as a professional soccer league, established to foster and promote the sport across North America. Its ownership structure is not centralized in the hands of a single individual but rather consists of the collective ownership of the league’s member teams. Geographically, the NASL’s footprint spans across the United States, with its teams located in various cities, reflecting the league’s commitment to expanding and enhancing the popularity of soccer in the United States.