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The United States Women’s National Team has a big year ahead and is seeking to set the tone by winning the SheBelieves Cup for the eighth time in the 11th edition of the competition. The tournament run opened with a victory against Argentina (2-0), led by goals from Lindsey Heaps and Jaedyn Shaw. Next on […]
The 2026 edition of SheBelieves Cup kicked off last night and just one match day in, we can already see what type of tournament this will be. The United States Women’s National Team opened up this year’s tournament campaign with a hard-fought, physical win over Argentina. Not only is getting back to winning it all […]
For the 11th season running, SheBelieves Cup has returned! This year Argentina, Canada, Colombia and the USWNT have all been invited to take part in the tournament, with the United States looking to secure their eighth SheBelieves Cup win. This year, the tournament means just a little bit more as it serves as a launching […]
The United States Women’s National Team are back on the field this afternoon as they begin the 2026 SheBelieves Cup. The tournament will see them play Argentina, Canada, and Colombia over the next week, and the USWNT hope to reclaim the trophy after losing it to Japan last year. They get things started by facing […]
The SheBelieves Cup will kick off on Sunday with the USA taking on Argentina to open the tournament. Emma Hayes has called in a strong roster as the team begins to focus on World Cup qualifying later this year. Last year, Hayes used the tournament, and most of the team’s matches, to evaluate talent and […]
The US Women’s National team will bring a strong roster to the 2026 SheBelieves Cup. However, a pair of injuries have led to manager Emma Hayes making changes ahead of the tournament kick off on Sunday. Jordyn Bugg is dealing with a hamstring issue while Kate Wiesner is leaving due to an injured calf. In […]
There are some fun head to head matchups this weekend, some key contributors who are getting (or staying) hot, and several players who are returning from injury as well. With so much going on there is a ton of action to key in on this weekend. Here’s a good place to start: Friday Augsburg v […]
The 11th edition of the SheBelieves Cup is set to begin, with the United States Women’s National Team seeking to claim the title for the eighth time after seeing their five-peat disrupted by Japan last year. This year’s schedule features, in order, Argentina, Canada, and Colombia, with the round-robin competition determining the ultimate victor. The […]
In welcome news the USMNT striker pool is deep and kicking on all cylinders. There are five viable options that could start any game for the national team based on whatever Mauricio Pochettino wants in a player against a specific opponent. The pool includes players starting in the Champions League and contributing meaningful goals to […]
Midweek USMNT action is here. All kickoff times are in EST. Let’s get into it! Monday No notable USMNT players in action. Tuesday Also in action: Wednesday Also in action: Thursday Also in action: Friday Also in action: That’s it! Did I miss anything that matters? Let me know in the comments below. Let’s see […]
Weston McKennie, Folarin Balogun, and Haji wright have had a great week and will look to keep things rolling this weekend while back in the States MLS regular season action kicks off this weekend including two matches that will be available on network television. The majority of MLS matches will be available only on Apple […]
After a fallout with Norwich leadership, USMNT forward Josh Sargent is nearing a deal to come to MLS and join Toronto FC. The striker had been a key player for the Canaries and even captained the side until struggling this season. Things got ugly between the player and club with accusations that management made personal […]
The 2026 season of Major League Soccer is set to begin, with the next crop of talent ready to enter into the limelight. During the past few months of the previous campaign, several potentially interesting players emerged, taking a big step forward in their careers with regular appearances and noticeable development. Jacob Bartlett had a […]
Emma Hayes has called in her roster for the 2026 SheBelieves Cup and it gives a glimpse into the state of the USWNT heading into a year that will conclude with World Cup qualification. She called in a strong, experienced roster with no uncapped players and some key positions that can be solidified with good […]
The United States Women’s National Team are preparing for their first mini tournament of the year in SheBelieves Cup. Today, U.S. Soccer announced the 26-player roster that will compete in the tournament in early March against Argentina, Canada, and Colombia. This is the first official international window of the year, which means that head coach […]
Midweek USMNT action is here. All kickoff times are in EST. All MLS games are available on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV, as well as any other networks listed. Let’s get into it! Monday Tuesday Also in action: Wednesday Also in action: Thursday Also in action: Friday Also in action: That’s it! Did I […]
The weekend gets off to a blazing start with four matches on Friday afternoon to keep an eye on including a potential debut for a sixteen year old at Borussia Dortmund and Christian Pulisic returning to the pitch for AC Milan. Friday Volendam v PSV – 2p on ESPN Select: PSV gave up a goal […]
Catarina Macario has been one of the brightest stars for the USWNT though she been sidelined in recent years with injuries and setbacks that have kept her off the field. While last year she returned to the national team with 8 goals in 10 matches, she has not played for Chelsea in 2026 due to […]
In addition to two friendly victories against Paraguay and Chile, the recent January camp provided Emma Hayes with the opportunity to bring several new faces into the fold, a practice that has become the norm. Players are gaining familiarity with the senior level and also picking up their debut caps, with a few even impacting […]
Midweek action is here. All kickoff times are in EST. Let’s get into it! Monday Also in action: Tuesday Also in action: Wednesday Also in action: Thursday No notable USA players in action. Johnny Cardoso and/or Diego Kochen could conceivably suit up when Atlético Madrid hosts Barcelona in the first leg of a Copa del […]
While the focus in 2026 is on the men’s World Cup when it comes to soccer, other sporting events are happening this year also. Winter tends to be gloomy and it’s easy to succumb to the joyless frigid grey weather that permeates the season. Luckily, there’s ice everywhere and mountains – what better way to […]
The 2026 World Cup is just a few months away, but we now know the roadmap for the next World Cup cycle in our region. Today, Concacaf announced its men’s international calendar for the next four years, including for 203 World Cup qualification, the Gold Cup, and the Concacaf Nations League. Fans won’t have to […]
There is a huge slate of matches this weekend, despite AC Milan and Christian Pulisic having the weekend off, and includes matches across the top and bottom of all the major European leagues as well as some head-to-head matches. In addition to Milan being off there are some injury watch areas that will impact viewing […]
The USMNT will rely on key players to step up and perform at a high level at the World Cup. Christian Pulisic will need to create and score goals, the midfield will need to be controlled by Tyler Adams, Folarin Balogun has to lead the attacking line, and Chris Richards is going to be tasked […]
The recruitment of dual-nationals continues to be at the forefront of nearly every program’s strategy, both as a short-term boost before tournaments and to provide future options to the pool. Many talents will resist these overtures, but others may be intrigued by the opportunities presented by a switch. Ethan Schilte-Brown has the potential to be […]