NEW: In the NASL(s), the New York Cosmos had two inspired but brief eras. Third time's the charm, they hope: coming to USL League One, 2026. “When you’re operating a club, it is wonderful to have hope as part of your identity. We haven’t really had that.".

RT @TheAthleticFC: The New York Cosmos are being revived. The club that brought Pele and Franz Beckenbauer to the U.S. has laid dormant fo….

RT @newyorkcityfc: That's our keeper in the @nytimes 📰👀

NEW: The round of 16 saw #MLS's time in the #ClubWorldCup conclude. Let’s take stock: what impression did the league project to a global audience, and what we learn about its caliber and operation?. A big read on the state of MLS:.

NEW: While Matt Turner can't get club games, Matt Freese's strong MLS form led to this Gold Cup shot. He's rewarded Poch's trust, with PK heroics vaulting the #USMNT into the Gold Cup semis. "I kept repeating to myself: ‘I want another, I want another.’".

RT @TheAthletic: Although the USMNT blew another second-half lead and was pushed to the brink, it’s through to the semifinals of the Concac….

NEW: #CanMNT saw the Gold Cup as a chance to win an elusive trophy + build momentum ahead of 2026. Instead, they're on the wrong side of history after losing to Guatemala. "I think we lose because we beat ourselves. We can’t do that in important matches.".

NEW: In a continuously congested sport, the #USMNT had an oddity: a full week off between tournament games. The vibes are great at training, and the team is confident it can overcome Costa Rica. "The team is, I think, ready to compete like a team." - Poch.

NEW: While many await a potential #CanMNT-#USMNT semifinal at the #GoldCup2025, Jesse Marsch won't overlook Guatemala. "We’re fit, we’re strong, we’re ready and we’re committed. I’m really excited for what that will mean for our performance tomorrow.”.

#LAFC has “mutually parted ways” with Olivier Giroud, just one year after the French striker joined from Milan. No way to sugarcoat a return of 5 goals from 37 games. Given Cherundolo’s tactical approach, this failure of fit was damn near inevitable.

NEW: On a rare gap day in this breakneck stretch, an update to my #ClubWorldCup team rankings for @TheAthleticFC. Some teams grew into the group stage, others eased off for the final fixture. Which teams are best poised to thwart an all-UEFA semifinal?.

RT @SebSB: NY Red Bulls in talks to sign Timo Werner. Story with @jeffrueter, as reported by @tombogert.

NEW: #MLS has announced its All-Star roster, which will face Liga MX’s own all-stars in Austin. 16 first-timers, including Berhalter, Agyemang, Boxall, and Freeman. Nico Estévez’s dozen included two of his own guys from Austin (one quite surprising):.

RT @TheAthletic: The NWSL is officially on a summer break. At the midway point, @tamerra_nikol and @jeffrueter assess who's in the best fo….

RT @TheAthleticFC: Lionel Messi's free kick vs. Porto delivered a historic result for his MLS side – and also gave him 50 goals since arriv….

RT @jeffrueter: NEW: Gianni Infantino says soccer has the potential to soon be the “No. 1 sport here in America,” also calling for the inco….

NEW: Gianni Infantino says soccer has the potential to soon be the “No. 1 sport here in America,” also calling for the incorporation of a promotion & relegation model. "I can tell you why (it'll be No. 1) — because now I’m here.”. With @melanieanzidei:

NEW: An updated #FIFAClubWorldCup Power Rankings as teams from CONMEBOL, CAF and CONCACAF continue to get results against UEFA's contingent. A very good standard of play. Taking stock midway through the group stage at @theathleticfc:

NEW: For a second #ClubWorldCup game, the Seattle Sounders bent but didn't break. The hosts were unable to claim a point as Atlético Madrid bounced back with a commanding 3-1 win. On Pablo Barrios' rising star, and sizing up Seattle's MLS Cup hopes:

RT @TheAthleticFC: With each of the Club World Cup's 32 teams now having played once, who is the likeliest to lift the trophy on July 13?….