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Balogun Out, Belgium Next: Tab Ramos on What Holds the USMNT Together
Tab Ramos calls Balogun's suspension a huge loss but says the USMNT structure holds — here's his full breakdown ahead of the Belgium clash. The post Balogun Out, Belgium Next: Tab Ramos on What Holds the USMNT Together appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
Balogun Misses Belgium but Returns if USMNT Advances, FIFA Rules
FIFA's disciplinary panel confirms Folarin Balogun's red card ban covers one match, keeping him available for a potential USMNT quarterfinal run. The post Balogun Misses Belgium but Returns if USMNT Advances, FIFA Rules appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
USMNT Hosts Belgium at Lumen Field in 2026 World Cup Round of 16
The USMNT faces Belgium in a Round of 16 showdown at Seattle's Lumen Field on July 6, 2026 — their first World Cup knockout home game since 1994. The post USMNT Hosts Belgium at Lumen Field in 2026 World Cup Round of 16 appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
USMNT’s Historic World Cup Run Crowns Pochettino as Record-Breaking Coach
Mauricio Pochettino breaks the all-time USMNT World Cup wins record after a 2-0 victory over Bosnia secures a historic Round of 16 berth. The post USMNT’s Historic World Cup Run Crowns Pochettino as Record-Breaking Coach appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
World Cup Debutants Cape Verde Make History, Face Argentina Next
Cape Verde become the smallest nation to reach a World Cup knockout round, setting up a Round of 32 clash with reigning champions Argentina on July 3. The post World Cup Debutants Cape Verde Make History, Face Argentina Next appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
France Top Group I With Perfect Record After Dembele’s Treble
Ousmane Dembele's first-half hat-trick powered France to a 4-1 win over Norway, sealing a perfect World Cup group stage and the easiest route to the final. The post France Top Group I With Perfect Record After Dembele’s Treble appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
Pulisic Clears Injury Scare but Faces Minute Limits vs. Türkiye
Christian Pulisic is back in contention for the USA's Group D finale, but Pochettino plans to limit his minutes ahead of the July 1 knockout match. The post Pulisic Clears Injury Scare but Faces Minute Limits vs. Türkiye appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
USMNT Rests Four Starters vs. Türkiye With July 1 Knockout Stage in Mind
Pochettino shelves Adams, Robinson, Richards and Balogun against Türkiye to avoid yellow-card suspensions ahead of the July 1 round of 32. The post USMNT Rests Four Starters vs. Türkiye With July 1 Knockout Stage in Mind appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
Spoiler Alert: Boston Legacy FC make debut in 1-0 loss to Gotham FC
Esther González came on at the half to score the game's only goal, delivering a road win for Gotham FC as the team set out to defend their NWSL title.
Matchday 5: New York City vs Inter Miami in The Bronx
New York City FC host Lionel Messi and the Miami Sound Machine in a grudge rematch of the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals. NYCFC are scoring at will despite playing without a true No 9: Can they extend their winning streak over a stumbling Inter Miami? The post Matchday 5: New York City vs Inter Miami in The Bronx appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
Thank you, and goodbye
It's time for me to step away from Hudson River Blue. The post Thank you, and goodbye appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
Oppo Research: 5 Things about Inter Miami
No Javier Mascherano? No problem: The Inter Miami head coach is suspended for the matchup with New York City FC at Citi Field, but the most valuable team in MLS history have Rodrigo de Paul, Dayne St. Clair, Mateo Silvetti, and a short-ish midfielder named Lionel Messi. The post Oppo Research: 5 Things about Inter Miami appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
New York City FC 3-1 Colorado Rapids: HRB Gallery
Here's the next installment of the Hudson River Blue Gallery, featuring photographs by Oscar Gamez of New York City FC's 3-1 win over Colorado Rapids City at Yankee Stadium. The post New York City FC 3-1 Colorado Rapids: HRB Gallery appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
National Champs vs Wooden Spoon Winners: US Open Cup returns with three New York City area matches
The US Open Cup is back, baby! Today and tomorrow will see FC Motown play Hartford Athletic, SC Vistula Garfield play One Knoxville SC, and Westchester SC play NY Renegades FC. The post National Champs vs Wooden Spoon Winners: US Open Cup returns with three New York City area matches appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
Episode 81: NYCFC on a win streak, Inter Miami visits for a ‘statement game’
Breaking down a third straight NYCFC win, another injury for James Sands, another USMNT call-up for Matt Freese, and another meeting with Inter Miami. The post Episode 81: NYCFC on a win streak, Inter Miami visits for a ‘statement game’ appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
Gotham FC to play Washington Spirit at Citi Field
Gotham will host Washington Spirit in a 2025 NWSL Championship rematch on Wednesday, July 15, a match dubbed The Queens Classic that also marks Gotham's debut in the borough. The post Gotham FC to play Washington Spirit at Citi Field appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
Matt Freese back with USMNT for March friendlies
Freese is on the 27-player United States roster for upcoming friendlies against Belgium and Portugal in Atlanta, with the New York City FC goalkeeper trying to nail down a starting spot for this summer's World Cup. The post Matt Freese back with USMNT for March friendlies appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
Pascal Jansen: Fastest New York City FC head coach to 20 league wins
Pascal Jansen needed 37 games to get to 20 wins, besting Ronny Deila (38), Patrick Vieira (43), and Domé Torrent (44). Jansen now has the best win percentage (54.1%) and more points per game (1.78) than any head coach in club history. The post Pascal Jansen: Fastest New York City FC head coach to 20 league wins appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
MLS Cup to be played on a Friday
The league's championship match will take place on Friday, December 18, as the MLS Cup Playoffs shift two weeks later than usual to avoid conflict with the November international break. The post MLS Cup to be played on a Friday appeared first on Hudson River Blue .
Olympic soccer coming to Etihad Park in 2028
The new Willets Point, Queens stadium will host nine Olympic matches as part of a cross-country approach to staging the soccer tournament of the 2028 Los Angeles games.
New York City vs Colorado player ratings
Nico Fernández Mercau is your Player of the Match for the second time just four games into the 2026 season. Was it because of the brace? Or the highlight-reel free kick that fooled the entire Colorado Rapids back line?
NYCFC II opens home slate with shootout win over Red Bull II
Seymour Reid scored and Tomás Romero made four saves including two in the shootout to help New York City FC II earn a 1-1 draw, and a 5-4 win on penalties, against Red Bull New York II at Belson Stadium.
New York City cruise past Colorado for third straight win
Nico Fernández Mercau gave his best Alonso Martínez impression, bagging a first-half brace as New York City FC bested Colorado Rapids 3-1 in the Bronx to stay to top of the Eastern Conference.
Spoiler Alert: Boston Legacy FC make debut in 1-0 loss to Gotham FC
Esther González came on at the half to score the game's only goal, delivering a road win for Gotham FC as the team set out to defend their NWSL title.
Cosmos return, lose 3-1 to Portland at home
The Cosmos made their USL League One debut in front of more than 4,000 fans at Hinchliffe Stadium: The mood was good despite losing to Portland Hearts of Pine.
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