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The Galaxy in the latest version of MLS

November 6, 2019 by Luis Bueno

The Galaxy in the latest version of MLS

By Luis Bueno – RIVERSIDE, CA (Oct 30, 2019) US Soccer Players - MLS Cup is heading back to the West Coast, but in Seattle rather than Los Angeles. LAFC took care of the Galaxy and then Seattle took care of LAFC to set up an unlikely Sounders vs Toronto MLS Cup. Both clubs are playing for their second league title. In a league where only five clubs have won more than once, it's an accomplishment. . . .

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Filed Under: Featured, MLS, Soccer News, Top Posts Tagged With: 2019 mls season, mls cup

Is the 2020 Concacaf Champions League the opportunity for LAFC?

November 6, 2019 by Jason Davis

Is the 2020 Concacaf Champions League the opportunity for LAFC?

By Jason Davis – WASHINGTON, DC (Nov 6, 2019) US Soccer Players - Truly historic seasons are easy to spot. They come with gaudy numbers and long winning streaks. They seem to buck the odds and cut against the type of bad luck that invariably affects everyone. They are marked by great individual campaigns that reflect on the work of the team as a whole. They always prompt debate, particularly when . . .

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Filed Under: Featured, MLS, Soccer News, Top Posts Tagged With: 2019 mls season, lafc

The timing problem in MLS

November 5, 2019 by US Soccer Players

The timing problem in MLS

The soccer news starts with NYCFC's exit from the 2019 MLS playoffs. The Eastern Conference champion was one and done, losing 2-1 to Toronto at CitiField on October 23. That already seems like a long time ago, but timing was part of the problem for NYCFC. Winning the Eastern Conference meant bypassing the opening round of the playoffs. NYCFC didn't play from Decision Day on October 6 to the . . .

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Filed Under: Featured, MLS, News Update, Soccer News Tagged With: 2019 mls season, mls cup, nycfc

The revamped playoffs gave us an underdog MLS Cup

November 4, 2019 by Clemente Lisi

The revamped playoffs gave us an underdog MLS Cup

By Clemente Lisi – NEW YORK, NY (Nov 4, 2019) US Soccer Players – Were these the best MLS Cup Playoffs in league history? It's always easy to lean to the present for hyperbole. In this case, however, it may prove true. Better players, stronger coaching, and a revamped format all certainly helped. The one-and-done playoff format contributed to a greater sense of urgency. The home-field advantage . . .

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Filed Under: Featured, MLS, Soccer News, Top Posts Tagged With: 2019 mls season, mls cup, MLS Playoffs, seattle sounders, toronto fc

The unpredictable MLS Cup

November 1, 2019 by Jason Davis

The unpredictable MLS Cup

By Jason Davis – WASHINGTON, DC (Nov 1, 2019) US Soccer Players - Not that long ago, we considered the possibility of a Seattle Sounders versus Toronto FC matchup in the 2019 MLS Cup final in this very space. At the time, that possibility seemed remote. Neither team held favored status heading into their respective conference finals. The club they'd face were easy picks as the league's clear best. . . .

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It’s Seattle vs Toronto in the 2019 MLS Cup

October 31, 2019 by US Soccer Players

It’s Seattle vs Toronto in the 2019 MLS Cup

The soccer news starts with another conference final upset. 4th-place Toronto FC knocked out 2nd-place Atlanta United 2-1 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Toronto advances to play at Seattle in the 2019 MLS Cup final on November 10 (3pm ET - ABC). Toronto and Seattle met in the 2016 and 2017 MLS Cups, both held at BM Field. Seattle won in 2016 on penalties after finishing scoreless and Toronto completed . . .

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Filed Under: Americans Abroad, Featured, MLS, News Update, Soccer News Tagged With: 2019 mls season, atlanta united, mls cup, MLS Playoffs, toronto fc

LAFC’s unfinished season

October 30, 2019 by Luis Bueno

LAFC’s unfinished season

By Luis Bueno – RIVERSIDE, CA (Oct 30, 2019) US Soccer Players - The greatest team in league history entered the Western Conference final against Seattle. They finished the night as the greatest footnote in league history. LAFC had a magical, dominant, and amazing season now tarnished by the final act. LAFC was no match for the Seattle Sounders, at Banc of California Stadium no less, and watched . . .

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There is no David vs Goliath in MLS

October 30, 2019 by Jason Davis

There is no David vs Goliath in MLS

By Jason Davis – WASHINGTON, DC (Oct 30, 2019) US Soccer Players - Major League Soccer doesn't have titans. Even the David vs Goliath narrative is an overreach because no MLS team truly merits the label of "Goliath" relative to any other MLS team. The traditional, non-specific designations used so casually in Europe like "big club" and "small club" won't work in a single-entity league. It's not . . .

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Filed Under: Featured, MLS, Soccer News, Top Posts Tagged With: 2019 mls season, atlanta united, MLS Playoffs, toronto fc

Seattle upsets LAFC

October 30, 2019 by US Soccer Players

Seattle upsets LAFC

The soccer news starts with a shock result at Banc of California Stadium. The Seattle Sounders knocked LAFC out of the playoffs, winning the Western Conference final 3-1. Eduard Atuesta put LAFC up from a freekick in the 17th minute. Raul Ruidiaz equalized for Seattle in the 22nd minute. Seattle took the lead through Nicolas Lodeiro in the 26th with Ruidiaz scoring again in the 64th minute. "The . . .

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Filed Under: Americans Abroad, Featured, MLS, Soccer News Tagged With: 2019 mls season, lafc, MLS Playoffs, seattle sounders

The Western Conference final

October 29, 2019 by US Soccer Players

The Western Conference final

The soccer news starts with LAFC hosting the Seattle Sounders in the Western Conference final (10pm ET - ESPN) in what many see as a foregone conclusion. One way or another, the best team in MLS will advance. LAFC may have somewhat returned to the MLS mean late in the season, but they had already put the work in. 72 points to win the Supporters Shield, Carlos Vela setting the new single-season . . .

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Filed Under: Featured, MLS, Soccer News Tagged With: 2019 mls season, lafc, MLS Playoffs, seattle sounders

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Defense, identity, and urgency from the USMNT vs Serbia

Defense, identity, and urgency from the USMNT vs Serbia

By Charles Boehm

Charles Boehm highlights the USMNT defense, tactical plan, urgency, and wide play during the 2-1 friendly loss to Serbia on January 25, 2023.

Plenty of tactical options for the USMNT vs Serbia

Plenty of tactical options for the USMNT vs Serbia

By Jason Davis

Jason Davis previews the USMNT vs Serbia friendly (10pm ET – HBO Max) with the focus on how the USMNT technical staff can use this squad.

As expected, the 2023 January camp highlights new players and MLS

As expected, the 2023 January camp highlights new players and MLS

By Clemente Lisi

Clemente Lisi’s look at the 2023 January camp roster focuses on emerging talent along with the expected veteran players from Major League Soccer.

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