Tag: mls
SNAPPED: A Eulogy for RBNY’s Now-Dead Playoff Streak
The New York Red Bulls have missed the playoffs for the first time in 15 seasons. But while that postseason streak may seem impressive...
Can Jackson Hopkins Steer DC United Back to Glory?
A rare bright spot in DC United's 2025 season, Jackson Hopkins could be the latest homegrown star for the Black and Red.
When Jackson Hopkins...
Inter Miami: MLS Cup or Bust, and the Future of Messi...
With the recent retirement announcements of Spanish superstars Jordi Alba and Sergio Busquets, Inter Miami are looking to end a disappointing 2025 campaign on...
Alex Freeman: A Breakout Star
In his first full season as a first-team player, Alex Freeman has emerged as one of the brightest young stars in MLS and a...
Inside the MLS Golden Boot Race with Bradley Wright-Phillips
As the MLS Golden Boot race reaches its final stretch, league legend and two-time winner Bradley Wright-Phillips gives his insight on the favorites to...
MLS Legacy Coaches: Is There Still One More Run for These...
As the 2025 offseason approaches, several MLS clubs could be in the market for new leadership. This raises the question: what’s become of the...
A (Slightly Bonkers) Young American Transfer Wishlist
With top American talents in MLS looking to make a move to Europe ahead of next year's World Cup, we pitch ideal situations for...
Luis Suarez’s Latest Meltdown is his Worst Yet
To the naked eye, Luis Suarez's latest spat pales in comparison to some of his previous controversies. But it's actually among the worst of...
The Confusing Politics of Jersey Sponsorships
The rules and regulations around football kit sponsors continuously evolve, especially around industries of vice like alcohol, tobacco, and gambling. But where is the...
Beau Leroux: MLS’s Best Rookie
Though his path to the San Jose Earthquakes wasn't exactly straightforward, Beau Leroux has made an immediate impact with his hometown club throughout his...
World Cup Royalty in MLS: The Good, the Bad, and the...
Can you name all 19 World Cup winners to play in MLS?
When Rodrigo De Paul put pen to paper and signed with Inter Miami,...
Dax McCarty on MLS Expansion and San Diego FC’s Hot Start
With nearly two decades in MLS across multiple teams, Dax McCarty has seen just about everything — including what it's like to play for...
The Rise of ‘Popcorn Soccer’: Spectacle Over Tradition
Soccer is at a crossroads. From La Liga trying to stage competitive matches in the United States to Serie A’s aggressive push for American...
The Columbus Crew: The Platonic Ideal of What MLS Should Be
The Columbus Crew were first in many things within the world of MLS. From building stadiums to player transfers to becoming a symbol of...
Sacha Kljestan On Why LA’s Soccer Scene is Different
With a new big-name landing in LA, we catch up with former MLS and USMNT star Sacha Kljestan to discuss the city's soccer landscape...
Any MLS Calendar is Going to Make Someone Miserable
Though MLS is strongly considering switching to a fall-to-spring schedule to mimic European leagues, the grass isn't always greener on the other side of...
Does Being Bilingual Make You a Better Soccer Coach?
A not-so-scientific dive into MLS managers and the languages they speak.
Do you speak another language? Studies show that over 20% of Americans are bilingual...
MLS at the Break: Winners and Losers So Far in the...
As MLS heads into Leagues Cup action, we break down the biggest winners and losers of the 2025 season so far.
Major League Soccer has...
‘I Wouldn’t Play Here If I Didn’t Like It’: Roman Burki...
Roman Burki has been a mainstay between the posts for the entirety of St. Louis City SC's existence. We caught up with the goalkeeper...
Leagues Cup and Liga MX vs. MLS: A Q&A With Former...
With a playing and coaching career that has spanned multiple decades and continents, Óscar Garciá Junyent provides insight into the growth of the Leagues...
