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Houston Dynamo

Trophies, legends and stars: reflecting on Houston’s first U.S. Open Cup trophy

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Atlanta United FC New York Red Bulls News

Game of the Year? New York Red Bulls can’t wait to face Atlanta United

HANOVER, N.J. — Ask any professional soccer player and you’re likely to get the same stock answer: Their next game is the biggest game. That’s the focus, there’s no looking ahead. But this one feels different. Yes, Atlanta United is the New York Red Bulls’ next opponent, but considering the high stakes, that the Supporters’ […]

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Los Angeles FC

The power of Magic: How one owner affects LAFC’s culture

LOS ANGELES — From its conception in 2014, LAFC has always boasted a bounty of celebrity owners and supporters. From soccer legend Mia Hamm to actor Will Ferrell, the boxes at Banc of California Stadium are often filled with a circle of well-known stars. But perhaps the most powerful owner influence this season has been […]

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Chicago Fire

Chicago Fire warned, Raheem Edwards fined for mass confrontation against New England

Raheem Edwards received a fine and the Chicago Fire as a whole received a warning for a mass confrontation incident during the Sept. 22 draw with the New England Revolution. The incident in question happened in the 88th minute of the match. On the play, Bastian Schweinsteiger was on the ball, but went down due […]

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Atlanta United FC New York Red Bulls News

New York Red Bulls hoping league’s best ‘D’ can stop Atlanta United, MLS’ most potent offense

HANOVER, N.J. — It’s a question every MLS coach has asked this season with few finding the answer — how do you quiet the most lethal and highest scoring attack in the league? That’s what New York Red Bulls coach Chris Armas and his staff are trying to figure out this week with Atlanta United […]

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New York City FC

David Villa likely to miss New York City FC match at Minnesota

In all likelihood, David Villa will be unavailable for New York City FC on Saturday at Minnesota United. During the three days leading up to the Wednesday clash with the Chicago Fire at Yankee Stadium, the New York City captain confessed to an abductor irritation. Villa recorded a team-high six shots on goal and produced […]

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Los Angeles FC

Bob Bradley emphasizes midfield control as LAFC prepares for Chicago

LOS ANGELES — Entering its inaugural season, one main question swirled around the LAFC lineup — the midfield. It was a shallow area, with limited versatility for head coach Bob Bradley to work with when facing his early games. But a lot has changed since the team’s first game. The addition of Lee Nguyen in […]

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Minnesota United FC

Minnesota United FC in advanced negotiations with Madison Pro Soccer as potential USL affiliate

Minnesota United FC is in negotiations with Madison Pro Soccer on an agreement that would see the newly-founded professional team become the Loons’ United Soccer League affiliate for at least the 2019 season, sources told Pro Soccer USA. In June, Madison Pro Soccer was announced as a member of the newly-founded USL Division III, set […]

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Orlando City SC

Orlando City players Chris Schuler, RJ Allen eager to prove themselves under new regime

Orlando City centerback Chris Schuler signed his contract with the Lions on the same day the club released the 2018 roster. He had trained with the team through most of the preseason as a trialist and didn’t sign a deal until the day before the season got started. He was part of a massive roster […]

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Chicago Fire US Soccer

Chicago’s Soldier Field to host 2019 Concacaf Gold Cup final

For the third time in the competition’s history, the Concacaf Gold Cup final will be played at Soldier Field next year. Organizers for the international soccer tournament — held every two years to determine the champion of North and Central America and the Caribbean — are expected to make the announcement official Thursday. The final is scheduled […]