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USMNT weekend viewing guide: A hard start
It’s still relatively early in their respective seasons but it has been a rough start for a number of USMNT players plying their trade across Europe. The last place spots in Italy, Germany, and England are all currently occupied by teams featuring American’s and all are still looking for their first victory on the season. […]
US Soccer launches Arthur M. Blank Crest Cup for some women’s soccer teams
Arthur M. Blank is having a big moment. His new NWSL team launched its name, which as the name of the city the team is based in and the word City in it, and crest, which is – truly – stunning. Though the fan launch party had some… crowd issues but they sold a bunch […]
USA Soccercast, Episode 201: Breaking down the international windows
The United States Women’s National Team just completed their October international window against Spain, and we begin Episode 201 by recapping how they did during the window. The USWNT struggled against #1 Spain in their two friendlies, losing 2-0 on Saturday but coming back to draw 2-2 on Tuesday. We look at who did well […]
SSFC Spotlight: Julian Eyestone grinding in League Two
After every World Cup, there is a question as to whether the previous starting goalkeeper will be able to maintain his position in the lineup, considering how many things can change until the next competition. Given that only one player can occupy the role, the battle to be the number one can get pretty heated […]
USWNT vs. Spain – What we learned: still looking for the right pieces
The USWNT took on Spain in a pair of friendlies that gave an interesting look into the state of the team and what needs to be done until now and the World Cup. While the team has World Cup qualification coming up next, its sights are squarely focused on next summer in Brazil. These games […]
USWNT rides second half surge to draw Spain
The United States Women’s National Team took on Spain for a second chance against the World Cup champions after the 2-0 loss over the weekend. Coach Emma Hayes elected to make a few changes from the first game againt Spain over the weekend, with keeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce coming in at goal, Giselle Thompson slipping into […]
USWNT vs. Spain, 2026 Friendly: Time, TV schedule, streaming and lineups
The United States Women’s National Team hit the field one final time during this international window tonight as they face Spain for a second time. The hope is that the USWNT can earn a split of the series after Spain won 2-0 on Saturday in DC. After the match on Saturday, head coach Emma Hayes […]
USWNT vs. Spain, 2026 Friendly: What to watch for
The United States Women’s National Team kicks off against Spain for the second leg of their double-header on Tuesday evening in Chester, Pennsylvania. Both teams will be heading into this match wanting to make adjustments and come out victorious. Due to the European schedule, La Roja rarely gets the opportunity to play top-level international talent […]
USMNT midweek viewing guide: Chaaampiooons again
Midweek action is here. MLS games are available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, in addition to any other options listed. All kickoff times are in Eastern time. Let’s get into it! Monday Tuesday Also in action: Wednesday Also in action: Thursday Also in action: Friday Also in action: That’s it! Did I miss […]
Lessons Learned: USWNT lose 2-0 to Spain
On Saturday, the United States Women’s National Team fell against the Spanish Women’s National Football Team. While the 2-0 scoreline may not tell the full story, the USWNT will need to take some critical lessons from this match if they expect to win big in Brazil at the 2027 Women’s World Cup. The US looked […]
USA vs. Spain, 2026 Friendly: Time, TV schedule, streaming and lineups
The United States Women’s National Team take to the field today in a big time friendly when they face Spain in a battle of the top two teams in the FIFA world rankings. The USWNT, ranked #2, hope to make a statement with a victory over #1 Spain and let the rest of the world […]
USMNT weekend viewing guide: A deeper pool
It was a long international break but things are bouncing back in a big way this weekend as all the European leagues resume action. In addition to the players that were called in this window there are a number of players, including Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Johnny Cardoso, that look like they will be […]
Previewing USWNT vs. Spain – A solid test for the USA
After almost exactly four months, the USWNT is back as it prepares for World Cup qualifying next month. The team welcomes Spain for a pair of games that will provide the team with a formidable test to say the least. It is becoming time for Emma Hayes to have the team buckle down as she […]
USA vs. Spain, 2026 USWNT Friendly: Scouting Spain
The 2026 CONCACAF W Championship looms large on the horizon, with four spots at the 2027 World Cup to be awarded at the competition. A challenge of such importance requires equal and perhaps even greater preparations, and the vaunted U.S. Soccer schedule makers delivered quite the opponent. Emma Hayes will be leading her squad into […]
USMNT caps off youthful camp with narrow win over Canada
After three straight wins, the US Men’s National Team was looking to close off their September/October camp with a win over Canada and a perfect record into the new World Cup cycle. However, former USMNT player and current Canada manager Jesse Marsche and the Canada squad had other ideas. Coach Mauricio Pochettino chose to make […]
USA vs. Canada, 2026 Friendly: Community player ratings
There weren’t as many goals this time around but the US closed out their four match international window by winning their fourth straight match 1-0 over Canada in a hotly contested match that featured43 fouls and four yellow cards combined between the two teams that quite frankly probably could have been doubled. The US made […]
USA vs. Canada, 2026 Friendly: Time, TV schedule, streaming and lineups
The United States Men’s National Team have had a great international window, with three wins in three matches thus far. They hope to conclude the window with a fourth and final win tonight when they face Canada in St. Paul. The USMNT want to carry the thrill of the big win against Mexico over the […]
USMNT weekend roundup: Tres a Cero
Here’s a bullet-point rundown of USA player performances this weekend (Friday through Sunday). Players are divided by position groups (which helps my depth-chart-oriented brain process this information most usefully). Stats are from FotMob. Strikers Wingers/attacking mids Malik’s goal: Cavan had a nice nutmeg. Cavan’s goal: We got a comp of Cavan’s performance courtesy of Jack […]
USMNT to face Haiti in Concacaf Nations League Quarterfinals
The United States Men’s National Team competes next month in the Concacaf Nations League Quarterfinals, and now they know who they will face. With the completion of action in League A Monday night, the USMNT learned they will face Haiti in a 2-legged quarterfinal series. Haiti were the runners-up in Group 1, but by virtue […]
USA vs. Mexico, 2026 Friendly: Man of the Match
Tres a Cero has a nice ring to it. The US put up more big goal numbers on their way to a third straight win, defeating Mexico 3-0 on Saturday night in Arizona. Julian Hall, Cavan Sullivan, and Malik Tillman were the goal scorers on the evening while Chris Richards, Auston Trusty, Alex Freeman, and […]
USMNT midweek viewing guide: Switching back
Midweek action is here. MLS games are available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, in addition to any other options listed. All kickoff times are in Eastern time. Let’s get into it! Monday Tuesday Also in action: Wednesday No notable USMNT players in action. Thursday No notable USMNT players in action. Friday That’s it! […]
USA vs. Canada, 2026 USMNT Friendly: Scouting Canada
The super-sized international window is drawing to a close, with the United States Men’s National Team enjoying a long camp to build chemistry in the aftermath of a disappointing early exit from the World Cup. After friendlies against Peru, Chile, and Mexico, there remains one match, taking on another CONCACAF rival with designs on ruling […]
Teenage dream continues for USMNT in destruction of Mexico
The United States Men’s National Team had a bit of a youth moment with their victories over Peru and Chile and that continued as the USMNT took on Mexico. After some pretty heavily experimental starting line ups, Coach Mauricio Pochettino leaned more towards experience, with Malik Tillman, Antonee Robinson, Chris Richards, Gio Reyna, Sebastian Berhalter, […]
USA vs Mexico, 2026 “Friendly”: Community player ratings
A match with Mexico is rarely going to be a friendly and the starting lineup, substitution patterns, and physical play in this match certainly bore that out on Saturday night in Arizona. The US started one of their most veteran lineups of the international break with familiar faces like Antonee Robinson, Chris Richards, and Tyler […]
USA vs. Mexico, 2026 Friendly: Time, TV schedule, streaming and lineups
The United States Men’s National Team renew their rivalry with Mexico tonight in a friendly that is anything but warm and cozy. The USMNT have looked great in wins against Peru and Chile over the past week, while Mexico has settled for 1-1 draws against Colombia and Peru during that same period. The two teams […]
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