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US Open Cup

/ 632 days ago

US Open Cup 1st Round begins new era for competition

US Open Cup returned with the 1st round and teams across the United States. Some of them feature amateurs and semi-professionals dreaming of a fairytale run in the oldest ongoing national soccer competition. These games as well as a handful in the next couple rounds, are available via Bleacher Report. Here's what happened in the […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 660 days ago

5 hottest MLS players who could go to Europe next

A new Major League Soccer season coming brings the return of top American talents in action. Many of these are young players ready to make a name for themsevles. In the process, they can attract the eyes of scouts from abroad, particularly in Europe. That jump from MLS players going to Europe is happening with […]

Apple TV

/ 665 days ago

MLS Season Pass: First impressions of games on Apple TV

One of the most unique aspects of Apple's MLS Season Pass is the plethora of value-added content that's available to promote the league. As such, we decided to write about our first impressions of pre-season content on the streaming subscription app — all of which is currently available for free in front of the paywall. Plus, […]

Copa America

/ 714 days ago

US is world's top destination for international soccer tournaments

For more than two decades, we have seen many European clubs and foreign national teams visit the United States to play in international soccer competitions. In 14 out of its 16 iterations, CONCACAF has staged its Gold Cup tournament in the United States. Even then, we mustn't forget the United States hosted the 1994 World […]

Apple TV

/ 716 days ago

Recommended MLS announcers for Apple TV

The 2023 Major League Soccer season is quickly coming upon us, but the crews of American commentators for MLS on Apple are still undecided. So, I've taken a stab at who are my recommended MLS announcers for Apple TV. As covered, the Apple TV deal starts right away when the new season begins on Feb. […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 781 days ago

MLS playoffs plan hurts league's growth and players

MLS is considering changing its playoffs structure again, according to The Athletic's Sam Stejskal and Pablo Maurer. The league is looking at expanding the number of playoff games from 13 to 30. Ultimately, the MLS plan is for the playoffs to be a World Cup-style format. This idea to expand the playoffs comes after the […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 808 days ago

MLS killed the TV star: A farewell to MLS regional broadcast crews

The final days of the 2022 MLS season are a bittersweet moment in the league's history. It marks the final time that broadcast crews air MLS games across regional sports networks throughout the United States. That means a final time that fans of MLS teams can hear the familiar voices of announcers, analysts and sideline […]

Barcelona

/ 872 days ago

Barcelona walking a financial tightrope to rebuild the squad

Barcelona's rebuild of its squad is well and truly up and running. Favorite son Xavi closed the previous season fairly well as head coach. Now, he brings in several new arrivals to put an end to the supporters' suffering. However, despite the glitz and glamor of new signings, questions remain over the plausibility of Barcelona's […]
Tom Flathers

Leagues: EPL

/ 882 days ago

Manchester City is not the untouchable team for 2022/23

Indisputably, Manchester City enter the 2022/23 Premier League campaign as the overwhelming favorites. According to Vegas Insider, Manchester City open as the betting favorites to win the league at -175. Other opinions and predictions have the Citizens winning a fifth Premier League in the last six attempts.  An already stacked side had one hole in […]

Leagues: EPL

/ 892 days ago

Liverpool supporters need to be patient amid high expectations

It seems that no one gets as upset about Liverpool FC as much as some Liverpool supporters themselves do. Of course, this refers to the multitude of those on social media that always find something to complain about. For example, the fan channels on YouTube and their monster followings echo plenty of frustration at the […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 909 days ago

MLS games won't be same without local broadcasters

Most fans are excited about Major League Soccer and Apple announcing their new streaming rights deal. After all, more sports are moving to streaming. However, that does not please everyone. The switch to Apple is the death knell to MLS on regional sports networks. In my opinion, MLS broadcasts won't be same without local broadcasters. […]

Chelsea

/ 3243 days ago

Who is Matt Miazga? Background on Chelsea’s young US target

It’s a dream come true for a young center back, particularly one that has wanted to play for a Premier League club. Competing at the highest level of soccer. Right now, New York Red Bulls defender Matt Miazga is on the cusp. The young American is about to make his dreams come true by accepting […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 3490 days ago

US Open Cup has improved but TV and radio coverage is lacking

With the level of competition in MLS, NASL and USL improving, this year’s US Open Cup promises to be one of the most competitive in recent memory. Combined with the fact that the level of tension between the three aforementioned leagues is at an all-time high, this makes the 2015 US Open Cup the most […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 3834 days ago

Why Are MLS and US Soccer Scheduling US Open Cup Games During The World Cup?

As the sport of soccer grows in the United States, the domestic league and national team continue to make strides. But sadly the US Open Cup, which was showing signs of improvement and greater respect from the US soccer institutions, just went backwards two steps back. Namely, why on earth did MLS and US Soccer […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 4278 days ago

Henry's Winner Earns Petke's Red Bulls First Win

"Desperation." "Must have it." "Need to keep our confidence high." "Must win game." These are the adjectives that were thrown at the New York Red Bulls as they started with two draws and two losses this season. But there was no loss of confidence with this side as they felt the bounces didn’t go their […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 4280 days ago

USMNT Battles Through Squabbles For Solid March Results

What an amazing night down at the Estadio Azteca for the Stars and Stripes. Even though there wasn’t a magical goal that brought the entire stadium crumbling down you can definitely say that cracks in the armor on the greatest home field advantage on the planet are beginning to show. After a terrible second half […]

Feuerstein's Fire

/ 4288 days ago

Feuerstein's Fire USMNT And Red Bull Shows

2014 World Cup Qualifying USA Vs Costa Rica Friday, March 22nd Guests: Earl Reed, Chris Webb, Robert Hay 9:30 PM EDT – 6:30PM PDT Pre Game 30 Minutes Midnight EDT(WED) – 9:00PM EDT Post Game 1 Hour Saturday, March 23rd Special Red Bull Review At Montreal 8PM EDT – 5PM PDT 2014 World Cup Qualifying […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 4294 days ago

Roy Miller's Explanation A Lesson In Selfishness

So after discussing and writing an article about the mishaps and the brain farts of Costa Rican International Left Back Roy Miller, you figured that would be the end of his buffoonery and we can move on to the home opener as the Red Bulls host DC United. But sadly we have to discuss the […]

Leagues: MLS

/ 4297 days ago

Another Mental Lapse Costs Red Bulls Against San Jose

It couldn’t have happened again, could it? The Red Bulls with a solid first half and leading this time by a goal at Buck Shaw Stadium with a performance that was just adequate to get the full three points and give Mike Petke his first professional victory as a head coach. But something creeps in […]

Feuerstein's Fire

/ 4298 days ago

Feuerstein's Fire: March 10, 2013

Feuerstein's Fire #140 Monday, March 11th 8:00PM EST – 5PM PST Guests: Douglas Zimmermann, Independent Photographer who was at Estadio Azteca for World Cup Qualifier between Mexico & the USA Josh Hakala & Tavio Palazzolo of www.thecup.us as we discuss the format of the 100th edition of the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup Red Bulls […]