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International roundup: MLS players set to feature across five 2022 World Cup qualifiers in South America
It's already been an action-packed Tuesday for MLS players on international duty, but the busiest part of the day is yet to come. Players from the league could feature in all five 2022 World Cup qualifying games being played in South America this evening, which follows action in 2021 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying and the 2020-21 UEFA Nations League. Here's everything that's been going down. France vs.
LA Galaxy's Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez misses Sunday El Trafico showdown with LAFC
The LA Galaxy welcomed several faces back to their lineup for Sunday's critical El Trafico showdown against LAFC on Sunday (3:30 pm ET, ABC), but there was one very notable omission as star striker Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez was nowhere to be found in the matchday squad. The Galaxy's game notes listed Hernandez as out with an unspecified injury. He did not appear on their injury report earlier in the week.
Montreal Impact's Clement Diop returns to France for personal reasons, return date TBD
Montreal Impact goalkeeper Clement Diop has temporarily left the team to return to France for personal reasons, the team announced Wednesday evening. The date of his return to the team is yet to be determined.
Exports: Christian Pulisic returns from injury in Chelsea's big win, Giovanni Reyna gets another assist
US international Christian Pulisic made his long-awaited return from injury on Saturday morning, coming on in the closing minutes as his Chelsea side picked up an easy win. Pulisic, who has been out since picking up a hamstring injury in the FA Cup final on Aug. 1, was an 83rd-minute sub for the Blues, coming on just after they'd made it 4-0 at home against Crystal Palace, which would end up being the final score.
Ulysses Llanez debuts for Heerenveen, Reggie Cannon goes another 90 for Boavista
It was a fairly busy Friday for young American exports in Europe, highlighted by a debut in the Dutch Eredivisie for LA Galaxy academy product Ulysses Llanez. Llanez, who is 19 and received his first senior US men's national team cap in a February 1 friendly, made his first appearance in the matchday squad for SC Heerenveen since completing his season-long loan from Germany's VfL Wolfsburg. Llanez would enter in the 67th minute of their trip to FC Utrecht with the score knotted at 1-1. 67.
USMNT's Sergino Dest introduced by Barcelona, but juggling trick goes awry
It's been a big week for US national team fullback Sergino Dest, whose move to Barcelona captured headlines around the soccer world, but there's probably one moment he'd like to take back.
Christian Pulisic will be part of Chelsea squad on Saturday, Frank Lampard confirms
Good news, US men's national team and Chelsea fans: Christian Pulisic might return to action this weekend. Chelsea manager Frank Lampard confirmed in his Friday pre-match press conference that Pulisic would be in the Blues' matchday squad for when they host Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Saturday: Lampard says @cpulisic_10 is in the squad for tomorrow's game but won't start as his recovery from injury continues to be managed.
Matias Almeyda hails San Jose's response in first-ever win vs. LAFC: "The players gave their souls"
Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA Today Sports Images Perhaps it's no coincidence that the San Jose Earthquakes' first win since the MLS is Back Tournament sparked the same kind of celebration that marked the Quakes' time in Orlando: the entire team, bench and players on the field, coming together in a frenzy, this time after Jackson Yueill tucked home a remarkable backheel finish to had his team an unexpected 2-1 win at LAFC.
Here's how Gonzalo Higuain fared on his Inter Miami debut
A promising MLS debut for Gonzalo Higuain was dampened not just by the torrential conditions at Talen Energy Stadium, but by a missed penalty kick cast a sour note on the evening for Inter Miami's newest star. Higuain showed glimpses of the ability that made him a world-class forward with some of Europe's biggest clubs, including Real Madrid and Juventus, even grazing the post with a spectacular overhead kick attempt in the 20th minute.
Zack Steffen gets first Manchester City start in Carabao Cup clash vs. Bournemouth
As expected, US international Zack Steffen has been handed his first start in a Manchester City uniform in their Carabao Cup showdown against Bournemouth on Wednesday. Steffen, the 25-year-old former Columbus Crew goalkeeper, has started the season as the backup to City's Ederson, but was reportedly in line to get his chance when the time for cup competition rolled around. Your City line-up! 🙌 XI | Steffen, Walker (C), Garcia, Harwood-Bellis, Rodrigo, Doyle, Foden, Bernabe, Torres, Mahrez, Delap.
Owl flies onto the field during Inter Miami's game against the New York Red Bulls
Soccer has a reputation for attracting the occasional critter to join in on the fun, and Inter Miami were the latest team to host some local fauna on the field in the first half of their game against the New York Red Bulls. This time around, an owl joined the proceedings, bringing along what looked to be a bit of dinner.
As San Jose lose big again, Chris Wondolowski admits "we're mentally weak" right now
Ron Chenoy-USA Today Sports Images It's been very rough going for the San Jose Earthquakes in the month of September, and things only got worse on Wednesday night with their fourth blowout loss of the month — a 5-0 drubbing at the hands of the Colorado Rapids. Matias Almeyda's men were picked apart once again by the Rapids, much as they were by LAFC (5-1 on Sept. 2), Seattle (7-1 on Sept. 10), and Portland (6-1 on Sept. 19).
Nashville SC 1, DC United 0 | 2020 MLS Match Recap
Christopher Hanewinc-USA Today Sports Images Daniel Rios scored his first MLS goal to help Nashville SC overcome 10-man D.C. United 1-0 at Nissan Stadium on Wednesday evening, lifting the expansion team above the playoff line in the Eastern Conference. Rios, who was Nashville's first MLS signing and spent a year with them in the USL Championship, redeemed himself for a glaring first-half miss when, in the 70th minute, he overpowered his marker to bury a header at the far post.
Atlanta United 1, FC Dallas 0 | 2020 MLS Match Recap
Brett Davis-USA Today Sports Images A Jeff Larentowicz penalty kick proved decisive as Atlanta United snapped a six-game winless skid, edging out FC Dallas 1-0 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday evening. The decisive moments of the game came early in the second half, as Dallas defender was penalized for a handball in his own box following a Video Review. Larentowicz cooly dispatched the penalty, which proved enough for Atlanta to claim a hard-fought win.
Alan Pulido set to return for Sporting KC, hopes time off will help him hit top form
Sporting Kansas City Manager Peter Vermes played it safe with Alan Pulido over the weekend, but now his star striker is set for a return as the team welcomes Orlando City SC to Children's Mercy Park on Wednesday evening (6:30 p.m. CT | FS1). "He will definitely be a part of the team tomorrow," Vermes told reporters on a conference call Tuesday.
Alan Pulido set to return for Sporting KC, hopes time off will help him hit top form
Matt Stith & Jared Martinez Sporting KC head coach Peter Vermes played it safe with Alan Pulido over the weekend, but now his star striker is set for a return as the team welcomes Orlando City to Children's Mercy Park on Wednesday evening (7:30 p.m. ET | FS1; full TV & streaming info). "He will definitely be a part of the team tomorrow," Vermes told reporters on a conference call Tuesday.
Atlanta United sign midfielder Marcelino Moreno from Lanus as a Designated Player
TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Atlanta United have moved quickly to fill their open Designated Player spot, announcing Tuesday the signing of midfielder Marcelino Moreno from Lanus in Argentina's Superliga for an undisclosed transfer fee. Moreno, 25, will be the sixth Designated Player in the club's history, and joins Ezequiel Barco and the injured Josef Martinez as current DPs on the roster.
Ex-Atlanta United star Pity Martinez bags assist in debut for new club
Recently departed Atlanta United star Gonzalo "Pity" Martinez wasted no time making an impact for his new club, registering an assist from a set piece in his debut for Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr FC. Starting in Al-Nassr's Asian Champions League Group C match against Iranian side Sepahan, Martinez delivered an inch-perfect cross from a dead ball deep on the left side, setting up the opening goal and giving his side a 1-0 lead at halftime. الهدف الأول للنصر ..
Minnesota's Mason Toye now has an opportunity to show what he can do, says Adrian Heath
Mason Toye has had to wait patiently for his chance in 2020, weathering — as everyone in soccer has — the effects of a global pandemic while also watching as Minnesota United brought in two No. 9s to compete with him in the offseason. Now, with both Luis Amarilla and Aaron Schoenfeld nursing injuries, the 21-year-old forward is getting some time to impress as Minnesota's lone healthy striker, and on Wednesday night he took full advantage of it.
Andres Ricaurte could debut for FC Dallas Wednesday, set to provide timely creative spark
If all had gone to plan, FC Dallas fans might’ve gotten a first glimpse of new signing Andres Ricaurte last week, were it not for three untimely injuries in the first half of their trip to Kansas City. With another week of training with under his belt, Ricaurte could now be in line to get his first minutes on Wednesday evening as Dallas head to Minnesota (8 pm ET | TV & streaming info).
After another loss to the LA Galaxy, LAFC coach Bob Bradley calls for more fight from his team
Gary A. Vasquez-USA Today Sports Images After 45 minutes of soccer on Sunday evening, LAFC looked like the team that dominated the rival LA Galaxy 6-2 at the MLS is Back is Tournament, with one crucial exception: goals. LAFC dominated the first half of play in the latest installment of El Trafico, outshooting the Galaxy 14-1 but came away with nothing to show for it. And just like that, the game turned into something more like the Galaxy's stunning win over their rivals back on August 22.
Chicago Fire FC 1, New England Revolution 2 | 2020 MLS Match Recap
Mike Dinovo-USA Today Sports Teal Bunbury's brace proved to be the tonic for the New England Revolution's woes in the Windy City, as the Revs bagged their first away win against Chicago Fire FC since 2013 with a 2-1 result on Saturday night. Bunbury's game-winner game in the 54th minute, and was almost certainly meant to be a cross.
FC Cincinnati's Joseph-Claude Gyau: "This is not a political stance, this is basic human rights"
FC Cincinnati's Joseph-Claude Gyau first learned of the historic events unfolding in American sports on Wednesday like many around the country did — through a notification on his phone that the NBA's Milwaukee Bucks would be sitting out their scheduled playoff game against the Orlando Magic. From there, things started to cascade, as more players from the NBA, WNBA, and MLB choose not to play their games in protest of the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin, on Sunday.
Real Salt Lake's Nedum Onuoha, Zac MacMath share thoughts on player protests, MLS postponements
Following the postponement of Real Salt Lake's game against LAFC and four other MLS games on Wednesday evening, RSL players Nedum Onuoha and Zac MacMath shared some powerful thoughts on a momentous day in US sports, and the message they're sending to fans throughout the country that are watching on.
Montreal Impact's Thierry Henry likes what he sees from Romell Quioto as a No. 9
Eric Bolte-USA Today Sports Images The Montreal Impact have a manager that knows a thing or two about the No. 9 position. Thierry Henry, a legendary forward in his playing days, is now living his professional life on the Impact sidelines, and enjoyed a 2-0 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps on Tuesday evening in their return to action after the MLS is Back Tournament.
LA Galaxy revel in El Trafico revenge vs. LAFC: "We knocked them off their high horse"
Everyone remembers what happened the last time the LA Galaxy met LAFC. The Galaxy's blowout loss one month ago in Orlando was clearly on the Galaxy's minds as they prepared for Saturday's rematch with LAFC, and after a 2-0 revenge win – their first three-point haul of the season – LA were happy to restore some parity to El Trafico. “We knocked them off their high horse,” said Galaxy midfielder Sebastian Lletget.
LAFC's Carlos Vela leaves El Trafico clash vs. LA Galaxy with injury in the second half
Carlos Vela's first gam in five months ended early on Saturday afternoon, with the Mexican superstar picking up a knock just before the hour mark that forced him off the field in LAFC's El Trafico showdown with the LA Galaxy. Vela pulled up with the non-contact injury in the 57th, as he was receiving a short pass while moving slowly down the right flank. The injury, and subsequent substitution for Adrien Perez, came right after the Galaxy took a 2-0 lead through Sebastian Lletget.
Charlotte FC teams take the field for the first team as U-14, U-17 sides play exhibitions
Fresh off the big reveal of their name and colors last month, a couple Charlotte FC teams saw the field for the first time on Saturday in a pair of exhibition games. The club's Under-14 side, coached by Mark Simpson, earned the distinction of being the first Charlotte FC team to play a game when they faced the Carolina Elite Soccer Academy (CESA) U-15s. They were followed by the Charlotte FC U-17s, coached by Dan Lock, against the CESA U-19s.
Real Salt Lake's Freddy Juarez on the Colorado Rapids: "We have a better team"
Real Salt Lake have already scored one victory over the Colorado Rapids this season, and head coach Freddy Juarez believes his team has what it takes to maintain a winning run over their Rocky Mountain Cup rivals when they meet again Saturday (9 pm ET | MLS LIVE on ESPN+ in the US, on DAZN in Canada).
San Jose Earthquakes admit Minnesota United outplayed them, promise best is yet to come
The curtain closed on one of the most exciting shows of the MLS is Back Tournament on Saturday night, when the San Jose Earthquakes tumbled to a 4-1 quarterfinal defeat to Minnesota United. Head coach Matias Almeyda's swashbuckling team — one which had delighted their supporters and neutrals alike by scoring 11 goals across three thrilling wins in the games prior — had no answer for a well-organized MNUFC team that clearly seems to have their number.
Brad Guzan after goalless elimination from MLS is Back Tournament: "This is not what Atlanta United is about"
Just like that, without so much as a goal let alone a point in the standings, Atlanta United are heading home from the MLS is Back Tournament. The Five Stripes' defeat at the hands of the Columbus Crew on Tuesday evening was just the final chapter in an ignominious run for a team widely considered one of the pre-tournament favorites, even without injured star Josef Martinez. It also has Atlanta players preparing for some difficult conversations in the days and weeks to come.
Inter Miami's Diego Alonso: "We got a lot less than we deserve" at MLS is Back Tournament
Inter Miami CF are heading home from the MLS is Back Tournament still looking for their first points as an expansion team, but the team's poor run of form has not shaken head coach Diego Alonso's faith in the project he is undertaking.
Report: Mexico forward Alan Pulido "does not rule out" move to Colorado Rapids
The Colorado Rapids are once again being closely linked to a Mexican forward – but this time it’s not Carlos Vela. El Tri forward Alan Pulido, who currently plays with Olympiakos in the Greek Super League, has addressed the reports linking him to the Rapids, telling Univision via telephone that he “does not rule out playing in MLS with the Colorado Rapids” amid speculation over his future.
Davy Arnaud joins former teammate Josh Wolff on Austin FC coaching staff
Austin FC head coach Josh Wolff has brought in a former teammate — not to mention coach on the rise — onto his coaching staff, with the 2021 expansion team on Monday announcing the hiring of Davy Arnaud as an assistant coach, effective August 1. Arnaud joins Austin from the Houston Dynamo, where he had been an assistant since 2017 and had a stint as the club's interim head coach at the end of the 2019 season.
New England Revolution re-sign forward Teal Bunbury to multi-year contract
TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Teal Bunbury has signed a multi-year contract extension with the New England Revolution, the club announced Monday. The 30-year-old forward is in his seventh season with New England, and now figures to stay for several more. His 35 goals in a Revs jersey, including one to kick off the 2020 season, currently place him at eighth on the club's all-time scoring list.
Charlotte's MLS expansion team reveals seven remaining possible team names
Charlotte's MLS expansion team is one step closer to revealing its name — and now we know the seven choices that are left. Little help with eliminating 😉 pic.twitter.com/A4kavJWJ0L — Charlotte MLS (@CharlotteMLS) July 13, 2020 Charlotte, who will begin play in 2021, are set to announce their team name on July 22. We now know it won't be Charlotte Fortune FC, but the remaining choices should generate plenty of discussion and debate over the next couple weeks.
Minnesota United, Romain Metanire agree to new contract
TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Minnesota United and right back Romain Metanire have agreed to a new contract, the club announced Friday. The multi-year deal ensures that the Loons can continue to count on the services of one of top players at his position in MLS last year, and one that keyed their transformation into a playoff team. “He’s fully deserved his contract extension because what you see is what you get,” said MNUFC head coach Adrian Heath in a team statement.
Orlando City forward Tesho Akindele agrees to contract extension
TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Orlando City forward Tesho Akindele has signed a contract extension that includes options for the 2022 and 2023 seasons, the club announced Friday. Akindele's previous contract was set to end after the 2021 season. Akindele, 28, joined the Lions ahead of their 2019 season, following current EVP of soccer operations Luiz Muzzi over from FC Dallas. “We are very excited to have Tesho continue with us in Orlando,” Muzzi said of the new deal.
New England Revolution open up Gillette Stadium to fans for drive-in viewing party
The New England Revolution found an innovative way to fill their stadium on Thursday evening, welcoming fans to watch the team in a safe way on the very ground where they normally play.
Christian Pulisic scores third goal in five games for Chelsea with a beautiful strike
Christian Pulisic continues to be Chelsea's man of the hour. The 21-year-old US national team star kept up his hot form for the Premier League giants, scoring the Blues' second goal at Crystal Palace. PULISIC. AGAIN. 💥 #MyPLSummer pic.twitter.com/a7YQ2vpvVP — #MyPLSummer (@NBCSportsSoccer) July 7, 2020 He received a ball from William on the left side of the area and beat his defender with a clean dribble before drilling it near post with his left foot.
Ex-Atlanta United star Miguel Almiron scores excellent solo goal for Newcastle United
Former Atlanta United star Miguel Almiron continued to show some of the quality that earned him a multi-million dollar move to the Premier League, scoring a superb solo goal for Newcastle United on Wednesday. The Paraguayan playmaker used his pace combined with some slack Bournemouth defending to drive into the air before stroking the ball home with his weaker right foot for his team's third goal of the game.
eMLS Cup 2020: Live updates, highlights and recap
eMLS Cup presented by Coca-Cola and PlayStation is finally here, giving of the best 12 pro FIFA 20 players in North America the chance to win hardware and glory for their MLS team, not to mention a portion of the $20,000 cash on offer. The action kicks off above, as well as on Twitch and Twitter at 1 pm ET. You can check back here for updates on the games as they happen, as well as highlights.
Columbus Crew's Crew96Skamzz wins Last Chance Qualifier, will play in eMLS Cup
Columbus Crew SC’s Crew96Skamzz (aka Graham Ellix) shocked the field to earn a berth in eMLS Cup presented by Coca-Cola and PlayStation in Friday's Last Chance Qualifier, defeating higher-seeded opponents in all four of his matches to claim the 12th and final place in eMLS’s showcase event on Sunday (1 pm ET | Twitch and Twitter).
NYCFC's Sean Johnson, FC Cincinnati's Fiddle set to rep the US in four-team international FIFA 20 tournament
The US men's, women's and e-national teams are joining forces to represent the country in U.S. Soccer eSeries One, a four-team international EA Sports FIFA 20 tournament that will take place June 3-6 (streaming on Twitch and the ESPN app) and feature star names from both the soccer and pro FIFA worlds.
US national team's Weston McKennie scores rare goal for Schalke 04
US national team midfielder Weston McKennie bagged a rare goal for Schalke 04 in Bundesliga play on Wednesday, connecting on a textbook diving header to break a two-and-a-half game scoring drought for his club. WESTON. MCKENNIE. 🎯 His second goal in four @Bundesliga_EN games puts @s04_us ahead at Düsseldorf.
eMLS Tournament Special preview & prediction: LAFC, Sporting KC, NYCFC and Atlanta fight for the title
After eight hard-fought hours of FIFA 20, we're ready to find out which MLS team will take home bragging rights in the eMLS Tournament Special presented by Coca-Cola and PlayStation. The final episode of this 16-team tournament to support hunger relief airs this Sunday evening (6 pm | FS1, TSN2) and features four of the best FIFA 20 players from MLS rosters, paired up with four of the top FIFA 20 eMLS pros in the world.
Columbus Crew coach Caleb Porter on how five-substitute rule would help alleviate fixture congestion
Anne-Marie Sorvin-USA Today Sports Images The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is forcing soccer officials across the world to re-think what the game might look like as leagues around the world start gearing up to play again, from stadium experiences to competition formats, and even to temporary changes to the laws of the game.
eMLS Tournament Special Episode 4: Live updates as Atlanta, Orlando, Toronto and Vancouver face off in FIFA 20
There's one last spot up for grab's in the semifinals of the eMLS Tournament Special presented by Coca-Cola and PlayStation, with the last four pairs of MLS players and eMLS pros hitting the sticks on Sunday night to give their team a shot at the championship, starting at 7 pm ET on FS1, FOX Deportes and TSN.
eMLS Tournament Special Episode 4 preview: Nani, Orlando play Atlanta, plus Toronto and Vancouver face off
Three weeks of the eMLS Tournament Special presented by Coca-Cola and PlayStation are in the books. That means there's only one semifinal spot left up for grabs when four more MLS teams clash in FIFA 20 on Sunday evening as part of this five-week tournament to support hunger relief efforts (7 pm ET | FS1, FOX Deportes, TSN). This weekend's episode features a particularly intriguing matchup.
Sporting KC CEO Jake Reid touts Kansas City as potential location for a return to play
Courtesy of Sporting Kansas City Sporting Kansas City are one of five Major League Soccer teams to announce a return individual workouts at team facilities this week, and are looking to stay at the forefront as MLS plots a return to play, including as a potential hub for games if they were to be played at one or several neutral sites.
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