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February 22, 2026
Messi struggles in MLS opener, will it impact his World Cup?
Lionel Messi had a decent game in the 3-0 defeat to LAFC, but decent isn't what you expect from him, especially during a World Cup year.
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February 16, 2026
No more Rivalry Week? Explaining MLS' new schedule format for 2026
The new MLS season for 2026 is about to begin, and with it comes changes to the league's schedule. So what exactly is the plan?
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January 29, 2026
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This summer's World Cup will be the pinnacle for many USMNT players. For those in MLS, will the long winter offseason complicate their preparation?
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January 28, 2026
Rodman coaxes dance from Hayes in USWNT rout
Trinity Rodman capped off the USWNT's 5-0 rout of Chile by persuading coach Emma Hayes into a sideline dance, as a young American squad secured its fifth consecutive shutout on Tuesday night.
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January 9, 2026
San Diego working on exit of Mexico star Lozano
San Diego FC said Friday they were working on the exit of Mexico international Hirving Lozano.
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December 8, 2025
Who has the most travel at 2026 World Cup? And why does it matter?
For many national teams, how they handle and recover from extensive travel could make or break their World Cup next summer.
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December 6, 2025
Messi's assists propel Miami to 1st MLS Cup title
A brace of assists from Lionel Messi secured a first-ever MLS Cup title for Inter Miami CF after defeating the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 on Saturday.
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December 5, 2025
MLS Cup in Miami is all about Messi. Can Müller, Vancouver crash the party?
It's fitting that MLS Cup takes place on the same weekend as Miami's art fair, as old masters Lionel Messi and Thomas Müller prepare to face off.
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November 26, 2025
How San Diego went from expansion afterthought to cup contender
Little was expected of San Diego in its debut year, but this risk-taking young side is one step from MLS Cup.
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