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Photo Gallery: Washington Spirit vs Gotham FC
A collection of photos taken during the 2024 NWSL Semifinal between Washington Spirit and Gotham FC. The Spirit fought their way past last year’s champs after penalties to earn a spot in next weekend’s final against Supporter’s Shield winners Orlando Pride.
Photo Gallery: DC United vs Charlotte FC
A collection of photos taken from section 115 of Audi Field during the match DC United and Charlotte FC on Saturday evening. The visitors left the nation’s capital with all three points, taking full advantage of their opportunities in a 3-0 win and killing DC’s playoff hopes.
Club World Cup coming to DC, for better or worse
FIFA announced the host cities and stadiums for next summer’s Club World Cup, and Washington D.C.’s Audi Field made the list.The 2025 iteration of the tournament is the first of the new format, which features 32 qualifying club teams from around the world in a more traditional international tournament format.
Arsenal’s early tests show needs and expectations
Arsenal drew with fellow contenders Manchester City 2-2 on Sunday afternoon, a result both sides have become all too familiar with in this fixture. The result caps off a tough road week in the early stages of the season. The Gunners beat their North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 last Sunday, and drew Atalanta in the Champions League on Thursday.
Pochettino to USMNT is finally official, now what?
Mauricio Pochettino has officially signed a two-year agreement to be the next manager of the United States men’s national team through the 2026 World Cup. This matchup of misfits feels bound for one of two fates: total success or total disaster.
Photo Gallery: FC Barcelona vs AC Milan
A collection of photos taken from section 101 of M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland during the friendly between FC Barcelona and AC Milan on Tuesday evening. The clash of European giants finished 2-2 at the end of regular time, though Milan edged out Barca 4-3 on penalties.
Photo Gallery: DC United vs New York Red Bulls
A collection of photos taken from the Chico Stand and section 115 of Audi Field during the match DC United and New York Red Bulls on Wednesday evening. The Red Bulls left the nation’s capital with all three points, taking full advantage of their opportunities in a 4-1 win.
Corinthians staff invasion attempt a step too far
Alessandro Nunes, director of football for Corinthians, led a group of staff from the team in an attempt to force their way into the video assistant referee (VAR) room at halftime of Sunday’s match against Gremio. The incident represents an unnecessary climax to a plotline that’s been simmering for months.
2023 MLS Cup: Thoughts on the playoffs
The 2023 MLS Playoffs have begun with the tale of two fixtures. The New York Red Bulls, who snagged the last Wild Card spot thanks to a 94th minute penalty kick on the last day of the season, dominated Charlotte FC at home 5-2. Meanwhile, a scoreless 90 minutes between Sporting Kansas City and the San Jose Earthquakes ended with a dramatic penalty shootout. SKC won the shootout by a score of 4-2.
America’s unique approach to growing soccer passion
Inter Miami could not overcome the tall task of making the MLS playoffs this year, despite the new signings of Lionel Messi and company starting with a bang – and a Leagues Cup trophy. Despite this, he’s helping the US with their multiyear soccer PR campaign, for better or worse.
What is the right reaction to soccer’s new Saudi Arabia ‘era’?
Saudi Arabia recently announced a bid to host the 2034 World Cup, officially marking the next step in the country’s plan to establish itself as a major presence in the soccer world. A strong wave of unexpected transfers into the Saudi Pro League (SPL) drew reactions from players, coaches, and fans alike, starting a discourse over the growing influence of Arabian countries in global soccer.
Why isn’t the USMNT better?
Despite an absolute beauty from red-hot Christian Pulisic, the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) lost to Germany 1-3 on Saturday afternoon in Connecticut. The loss displayed the gap that still remains between the best the US has to offer against that of traditionally successful European countries.