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MLS Power Rankings Week 27: FC Dallas move into top 3; NYCFC drop four spots

Week 27 in Major League Soccer is in the books and what a strange one it was. All three of the top teams in the Supporters’ Shield race — Atlanta United, New York Red Bulls and New York City FC — lost. Meanwhile, the Seattle Sounders, Philadelphia Union and Vancouver Whitecaps continued lengthy unbeaten streaks. […]

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In-Depth US Soccer

North Americans abroad: How key USMNT players fared in Europe recently

In this segment of North Americans abroad, we take a look at some of the United States national team players competing in Europe and how they’ve fared in the opening games of the 2018-19 club season. The U.S. is holding national team camp this week in preparation for two competitive friendly fixtures: Sept. 7 in […]

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Orlando City SC

Orlando City captain Jonathan Spector wants to see fight, pride from Lions

SANFORD, Fla. — Orlando City captain Jonathan Spector doesn’t remember the last time he played left back prior to Saturday against the Philadelphia Union. Fullback isn’t necessarily his preferred position – until Saturday, Spector had been consistently used as a centerback for the Lions – but it’s a position he’s played and is comfortable with. […]

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Sporting Kansas City

Sporting KC signs 4 to contract extensions, including USMNT-capped Zusi and Besler

KANSAS CITY — Early on in the 2018 season, Sporting Kansas City manager Peter Vermes had an idea of what he wanted to accomplish. Sure, trophies are still part of his vision for the season. But also on the to-do list was making sure the club kept several of its long-time players around. By the […]

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Los Angeles FC

Five things from LAFC’s 4-2 Toronto win

LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles FC beat Toronto FC 4-2 during the weekend. Here are five things we learned from the match: 1. Vela steps up to shoulder the captain’s role In the team’s first outing since the departure of former captain Laurent Ciman, Carlos Vela strapped on the captain’s armband and proved his role […]

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NWSL US Soccer

USWNT coach Jill Ellis calls out FIFA’s latest gender equity problem: VAR at the World Cup

A mostly meaningless U.S. women’s soccer team game last Friday could end up resonating loudly as next year’s World Cup draws nearer. The game, a 3-0 American win, won’t be remembered just because Christen Press scored on a night when she was honored for her recent 100th cap. Or because centerback Tierna Davidson, still an […]

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USMNT caretaker Dave Sarachan relishes time preparing the next generation

NEW YORK  — Dave Sarachan, who has had a lengthy spell as caretaker of the United States men’s national team, held court at the New York Red Bulls training facility Monday prior to his initial training session with a group of 25 hopefuls at camp. Sarachan is in charge of two friendlies – his seventh and […]

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New York City FC

Domenec Torrent perplexed by New York City FC road performances

NEW YORK — New York City FC had been one of the road stars of Major League Soccer the last two seasons. However, the garland they donned for their excellence away from home has been replaced by a crown of thorns. In 2016 and 2017, NYCFC totaled 46 points away from the Bronx, eclipsed only […]

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Columbus Crew SC US Soccer

Gyasi Zardes comes into USMNT camp with confidence

NEW YORK — Columbus Crew SC striker Gyasi Zardes spent his 27th birthday Sunday celebrating a come-from-behind win over New York City FC while packing for a flight to New Jersey. Zardes was selected by interim coach Dave Sarachan to the United States men’s national team camp at the New York Red Bulls training facility […]

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DeAndre Yedlin provides veteran leadership for USMNT — at age 25

HANOVER, N.J. — One glance at the U.S. men’s national team roster for upcoming international friendlies against Brazil and Mexico shows one glaring stat — DeAndre Yedlin, 52 caps. The Newcastle United fullback is by far the most experienced player on the international stage on a 25-man roster with an average age of 23 years, […]