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Salah ties Liverpool goalscoring record

The Egypt international scored twice against Leicester City on Saturday, bringing his total to 23 goals in all competitions

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Manneh signs with Pachuca after Crew exit

The 22-year-old winger has joined the Liga MX side after five seasons in MLS

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Aguero scores 100th goal at Etihad Stadium

The Argentine striker opened the scoring against Bournemouth on Saturday to hit the milestone amid talk he's unhappy with life under Pep Guardiola

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Hamsik tops Maradona for Napoli goalscoring record

The 30-year-old scored his 116th goal for the club in a Serie A clash with Sampdoria to top the Argentine legend

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MLS confirms Nashville expansion team

MLS commissioner Don Garber and Nashville Mayor Megan Barry were in attendance as the league's next franchise went to Music City

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U.S. Soccer confirms presidential candidates

The former U.S. national team goalkeeper is among eight candidates to have met the requirements to run in February's election

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Ertz named U.S. Soccer Player of the Year

The 25-year-old edged Megan Rapinoe for the honor after enjoying a successful move from center back to defensive midfield

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San Jose signs Swedish league top scorer

The Sweden international has joined the MLS side after a productive season with Djurgardens

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Liverpool transfers Lennon to RSL

The MLS side confirmed a deal to sign the U.S. youth international, who spent the 2017 season on loan at Rio Tinto Stadium

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Hyndman: I wanted to be like Fabregas

The U.S. national team prospect has pointed to the Chelsea midfielder as the type of player he aspires to be

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LA Galaxy acquire USMNT goalkeeper Bingham

Sigi Schmid has seemingly found his man between the posts after overhauling the club's goalkeeper corps this offseason

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Timbers announce Savarese as coach

The MLS side has hired the former Venezuela international to fill the void left by Caleb Porter's resignation

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Morgan, Navas win CONCACAF honors

The United States and Costa Rica stars have been named the region's top players of 2017

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WATCH: Pulisic scores late winner for BVB

The U.S. international netted an 89th-minute strike to give BVB its second straight victory

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Power outage delays Stoke City vs West Ham

Saturday's Premier League clash has been push back an hour after a power outage at the Bet365 Stadium

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Turan's agent reiterates desire for Barca exit

Ahmet Bulut emphasised his client is looking for a January move due to a lack of minutes under Ernesto Valverde

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MLS unveils unprotected players for expansion draft

The 23rd MLS franchise will choose up to five players during Tuesday's expansion draft

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Toronto FC transforms from joke to juggernaut

Not so recently dismissed as a perennial bottom-feeder, TFC rode star power and a change in culture to perhaps the finest campaign in MLS history

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Altidore strike leads Toronto to MLS Cup title

The U.S. striker's 67th-minute strike led TFC to a 2-0 win over the reigning champions, making his side the first treble winner in MLS history

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Toronto changes formation for MLS Cup

Greg Vanney has opted for a 4-4-2 formation against a Seattle side that has benched left back Nouhou Tolo

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Mexico's De Maria defends 10-game share of WC bid

The Mexican federation president was joined by his Canadian and American counterparts to offer updates on the unified bid for the 2026 World Cup

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Can TFC-Sounders be Lakers-Celtics of MLS?

Emerging as the league's flagship franchises, Toronto FC and the Seattle Sounders have turned the MLS Cup final into a familiar clash

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MLS' Garber talks Columbus, Beckham's Miami bid

The MLS commissioner offered updates on a variety of topics during his annual address, including the future of the beleaguered Columbus Crew franchise

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MLS Cup would make TFC best in league history

A third trophy of 2017 would mark an unprecedented accomplishment — making this year's TFC the best squad MLS has seen

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Webb satisfied by VAR but eyeing improvement

The man overseeing video review in MLS has been encouraged by the results after the league introduced the system midway through the 2017 campaign

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Gulati not running for U.S. Soccer president

The longtime head of the federation has confirmed he will not seek a fourth term after the U.S. national team's failure to qualify for the World Cup

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USA fans should embrace World Cup 'NIT'

U.S. Soccer is considering hosting a tournament for teams that missed out on Russia 2018, and American supporters should welcome the opportunity

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Whitecaps sign Venezuelan league top scorer

The MLS side has used targeted allocation money to sign the 23-year-old Venezuela international through 2020

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MLS names finalists for next expansion teams

Cincinnati, Detroit, Nashville and Sacramento are in the running for two expansion slots, which will be announced in December

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Everton set to hire Allardyce

The Toffees have picked the former Crystal Palace boss to fill the void left by the exit of Ronald Koeman last month

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Shenhua open to Tevez extension despite struggles

The Argentine star flew home upon learning he wouldn't dress for the Chinese FA Cup final, but the club isn't closing the door on a possible return

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Galaxy decline Jones' option in roster purge

The MLS side enters the offseason with just 12 players under contract for 2018 after a slew of roster moves Monday

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Ex-PL striker Jones retires after Atlanta exit

The 33-year-old Trinidad & Tobago international is calling it a career after one season in MLS

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Rashford: Howard was my idol growing up

The rising Manchester United star says he looked up to the American goalkeeper as a young footballer

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Webb: I would want VAR as World Cup ref

The man in the middle for the 2010 final between Spain and the Netherlands believes referees will embrace VAR in Russia next summer

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Mexico to face Bosnia in San Antonio

El Tri will continue their preparations for the World Cup with a friendly at the Alamodome

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Real Salt Lake to launch NWSL franchise

A new franchise will play at Rio Tinto Stadium in Utah, with FC Kansas City set to cease operations

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Projecting the USWNT's World Cup squad

With the 2019 Women's World Cup a year and a half away, Goal offers its first projection for the 23-player squad Jill Ellis will bring to France

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Dempsey wins MLS Comeback Player of the Year

The Seattle Sounders forward earned the honor after returning from a career-threatening heart condition to score 12 goals this season

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Cameron takes shot at ex-USA boss Arena

Benched in World Cup qualifying, the Stoke City defender did not take kindly to remarks made by his former coach during a Fox broadcast Tuesday

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McKennie, Adams showcase U.S. potential

The teenagers made the most of their debut performances as the U.S. national team played to a 1-1 draw in its first match since missing the World Cup

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USMNT to open 2018 against Bosnia

The U.S. national team will welcome the European side to Southern California for a January friendly

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De Rossi & Barzagli confirm Italy retirement

The Azzurri veterans confirmed they're stepping aside after seeing their hopes of playing at the 2018 World Cup dashed by Sweden

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What should Lloyd's role be for USWNT?

Wrapping up a disappointing 2017, the U.S. star showed a glimpse of her old form with a goal off the bench in a 3-1 win over Canada on Sunday

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Sarachan: USA's World Cup failure not a 'dire situation'

The interim coach downplayed talk of blowing up the American system ahead of the U.S. national team's first match since failing to qualify for Russia

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USWNT's midfield rhythm lacking vs. Canada

The U.S. national team struggled to find cohesion in possession while playing to a 1-1 draw at BC Place on Thursday

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Montreal hires ex-Villa boss Garde as coach

The Frenchman will take over at Stade Saputo after the Canadian club parted ways with Mauro Biello

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Ranking the top 10 MLS players at every position

Michael Bradley and Sebastian Giovinco are among the TFC stars earning high marks in Thomas Floyd's analysis of the top 10 players at every position

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Pirlo plays final match for NYCFC

The 38-year-old Italian made a late cameo in what was the final match of his illustrious career

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RSL triggers option to purchase Savarino

The MLS side has acquired the 20-year-old on a permanent deal after a successful loan spell

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Gulati's No. 2 to run for U.S. Soccer president

The federation vice president has confirmed his plans to contest his longtime colleague for the top job in February

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WATCH: VAR denies Houston crucial penalty

The Dynamo settled for a 0-0 draw with the Portland Timbers after seeing a penalty taken back after video review

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RSL signs Petke to extension

The coach has inked a deal through 2020 after taking over from Jeff Cassar early in the 2017 campaign

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USA goalkeeper Hamid joins Midtjylland

The 26-year-old has joined the Danish side on a free transfer after eight seasons with D.C. United

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Montreal dismisses Biello as coach

The 45-year-old is out after failing to reach the postseason in 2017, having led the club to the Eastern Conference final last year

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MLS confirms Atlanta as All-Star Game host

Mercedes-Benz Stadium will play host to the summer showcase, with Atlanta United coach Gerardo "Tata" Martino leading the MLS All-Star squad

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Europe-bound Hamid bids farewell to DCU

With a move to Denmark on the way, the U.S. international watched from afar as his time with the only club he's ever known came to an end Sunday

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USA's Johnson scores first goal of season

Left out of the U.S. squad that failed to qualify for the World Cup, the midfielder netted in Bundesliga action Saturday

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Huddersfield shocker extends miserable Mou record

The Manchester United manager still has never won a Premier League match when facing a two-goal deficit

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MLS vet Carroll announces retirement

The 36-year-old midfielder is calling a career after 15 seasons with D.C. United, the Columbus Crew and the Philadelphia Union

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USWNT star forging unprecedented path

The 19-year-old has completed her rookie season with the Washington Spirit after becoming the first player to bypass college in favor of the NWSL

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Lalas: World Cup failure will make USA stronger

The former U.S. defender has an optimistic view of the future after the Americans failed to qualify for Russia 2018

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Four clubs clinch MLS playoff berths

The MLS postseason field is nearly set, with 11 of 12 contestants confirmed ahead of the final matchday

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Toronto equals MLS points record

The Supporters' Shield winners earned a 1-0 win over the Montreal Impact, tying a long-standing MLS record with 68 points this season

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Portland Thorns claim NWSL title

Lindsey Horan scored just after halftime as Mark Parsons' side claimed its second league title

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Under-fire Arena addresses USA future

The U.S. national team coach has spoken out on a variety of topics following Tuesday's elimination from World Cup qualifying

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MLS sets 2017 MVP ballot

MLS has announced the 53 players who will be on the ballot for the league's top individual honor

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NYCFC relocates regular-season finale

The MLS side will host the Columbus Crew at Citi Field in Queens because of a scheduling overlap at Yankee Stadium

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Lalas: USA only has itself to blame

The former U.S. national team defender has called the Americans' failure to qualify for Russia 2018 an "incredible failure"

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Donovan disturbed by USA's lack of urgency

The American legend said "we got what we deserved" as the U.S. national team missed out on qualification for the 2018 World Cup

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Lloyd returns to USWNT roster

The World Player of the Year is back in Jill Ellis' squad after missing two matches in September with an ankle injury

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MLS improving USA’s CONCACAF rivals

From World Cup quarterfinalist Costa Rica to Gold Cup finalist Jamaica, MLS is helping develop stiffer competition for the regional heavyweights

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Gonzalez: Own goal will haunt me forever

The center back apologized to U.S. national team fans after the Americans failed to qualify for the World Cup with a 2-1 loss to Trinidad & Tobago

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Twellman: U.S. elimination an 'utter embarrassment'

The former U.S. striker called for systematic change after the Americans missed out on Russia 2018 with a 2-1 loss to Trinidad & Tobago

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Failure all around as USA misses World Cup

The likes of Tim Howard, Omar Gonzalez and Jozy Altidore fell short as a nightmare scenario came to fruition for the U.S. national team

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Germany set World Cup qualifying record

Joachim Low's men won all 10 of their matches on the road to Russia while posting the best goal differential in European qualifying history

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Has the USMNT found a new fortress?

The U.S. national team rode an intense crowd at Orlando City Stadium to a 4-0 win over Panama, further solidifying the market's soccer credentials

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Arena: CONCACAF has 'the stupidest card rules'

The U.S. national team coach criticized the regulation that sees a player suspended for earning two yellow cards at any point in World Cup qualifying

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Pulisic and Altidore rise to the occasion

The attackers combined to lethal effect as the U.S. national team earned a much-needed three points in World Cup qualifying

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USA starts Gonzalez & Besler in defense

The veteran center backs have earned the nod over Geoff Cameron for Friday's crucial World Cup qualifier against Panama

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USA facing biggest match in 15 years

The U.S. national team has played on bigger stages over the past decade and a half, but Friday's match in Orlando is the most important of them all

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Bob Bradley consulting USA staff for qualifier

The former U.S. national team coach is providing a helping hand to current boss Bruce Arena for the key World Cup qualifier

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Fire playmaker sidelined by torn ACL

The 30-year-old Dutchman will sit out the rest of 2017 after suffering the injury in a 1-1 draw with New York City FC on Saturday

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Nashville announces $250M stadium plan

Mayor Megan Barry believes the plan puts her market in the best position to win an MLS franchise in December

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Ireland's Doyle retires due to concussions

The Colorado Rapids striker announced he is stepping away from the sport because of lingering symptoms from head injuries

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Giroud scores 100th goal for Arsenal

The French striker became the 19th player to hit the milestone for the Gunners with a penalty in Europa League action on Thursday

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Montreal signs Piatti to extension

The MLS side has inked the 32-year-old to a deal that keeps him with the club beyond next summer

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WATCH: Mbappe torches Alaba on Neymar strike

The young French star got past the Austrian left back with a filthy feint in PSG's 3-0 triumph over Bayern Munich

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USA's McKennie extends Schalke contract

The 19-year-old midfielder has signed a new deal after breaking into the Bundesliga squad's starting lineup

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USWNT stars latest to defy Donald Trump

The U.S. national team veterans were among the players who stayed in the locker room during the national anthem ahead of an NWSL match Sunday

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Chinese FA investigating alleged half-time assault

Players on second-tier Zhejiang Yiteng have accused security guards of an unprompted assault at half-time of their 1-1 draw with Yunnan Lijiang

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Four-goal outburst breaks MLS record

The slumping striker broke out with the fastest four-goal performance in MLS history as D.C. United earned a 4-0 win over the San Jose Earthquakes

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WATCH: Pulisic scores milestone goal for BVB

The U.S. international netted the milestone goal in the second half of BVB's 3-0 win over Hamburg

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Ronaldo makes La Liga season debut

The Portuguese star will start against Real Betis, having served his five-game suspension for shoving the referee during the Supercopa de Espana

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U.S. prospect agrees to deal with Bremen

The 17-year-old striker, who shined for the United States at the U-20 World Cup, will join the Bundesliga side upon turning 18

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USWNT thoughts: Horan angling for starting spot

The 23-year-old midfielder made an instant impact off the bench, recording a goal and an assist as the U.S. national team triumphed 5-0 in Cincinnati

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Shanghai Shenhua chairman admits Tevez flop

Wu Xiaohui has acknowledged the Argentine striker's shortcomings but defended the club's hierarchy

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VIDEO: Cavani waves off Neymar on PSG penalty

The Uruguayan was adamant about taking the spot-kick against Lyon, though he ultimately saw his attempt parried away

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USWNT thoughts: Ertz dominates at D-mid

The Women's World Cup-winning center back has thrived further up the field, scoring twice in Friday's friendly triumph

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WATCH: Arsenal stunned by 45-yard wondergoal

The Colombian forward gave Koln an early lead in the Europa League clash after a miscue from Gunners goalkeeper David Ospina

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FIFA approves Huerta's switch to USWNT

The 24-year-old forward is eligible to play for the U.S. national team after previously representing El Tri on the youth level

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Kane scoring streak equals Rooney record

The Tottenham striker has become the first Englishman to score in three straight Champions League contests since 2010

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Bradley shrugs off Lalas criticism

Having been personally called out by the Fox Sports pundit, the U.S. national team captain took the remarks in stride

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Where does Kaka fit for Orlando?

Jason Kreis' side boasts a slew of attacking options, including recent additions Dom Dwyer and Yoshimar Yotun — making the Brazilian a pricey luxury

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Injury puts Morris' U.S. status in doubt

The U.S. national team striker could be sidelined for upcoming World Cup qualifiers after exiting the Seattle Sounders' 1-1- draw with the LA Galaxy

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WATCH: First goal at Atlanta's new stadium

The Argentine center back netted in the 14th minute of a 3-0 victory over FC Dallas to christen the new venue

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Heath in, Lloyd out for USWNT

U.S. national team coach Jill Ellis has summoned 22 players for friendlies in Commerce City, Colorado, and Cincinnati

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Orlando's Johnson charged with domestic violence

The Canada international and longtime MLS veteran was arrested Wednesday in Orange County, Florida, after an altercation with his wife

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Wood saves the day for U.S.

The striker came off the bench to secure a crucial equalizer in the U.S. national team's 1-1 draw with Honduras

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Arena hints at MLS-heavy U.S. lineup

The U.S. national team coach has indicated he'll use fewer Europe-based players for Tuesday's World Cup qualifier in San Pedro Sula

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'Liverpool should've sold Coutinho to Barca'

The Reds legend wonders what kind of attitude the Brazilian will have after not making a move to the Spanish giants

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Navas the biggest X-factor in CONCACAF

The Real Madrid goalkeeper again rose to the occasion as Costa Rica earned a historic 2-0 win over the U.S. national team in World Cup qualifying

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Altidore disputes yellow: 'It's pretty disgraceful'

The forward was not happy with referee John Pitti or Costa Rica's Johan Venegas after being booked late in the U.S. national team's 2-0 loss Friday

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Cameron & Ream fall flat for USA

The center backs struggled as the Americans dropped a 2-0 result in World Cup qualifying at Red Bull Arena

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Ream starts for USA vs. Costa Rica

The Fulham man will start alongside Geoff Cameron in central defense at Red Bull Arena, filling in for the injured John Brooks

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Zusi at forefront of USA's fullback overhaul

The converted midfielder has seized his opportunity at right back as the U.S. national team moves away from Jurgen Klinsmann's preferred options

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Chicago acquires USWNT midfielder Brian

The 24-year-old Women's World Cup champion is heading to the Windy City in a deal that sends Kristie Mewis to the Houston Dash

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West Brom loan Krychowiak from PSG

The Poland international is moving from Ligue 1 to the Premier League side on a season-long loan after struggling to make an impact in France

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Columbus sells Naess to Heerenveen

Gregg Berhalter's side has parted ways with the 24-year-old Norwegian after a year in MLS

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WATCH: Giovinco scores sensational brace

The Italian star scored an exquisite free kick and late volley to lead Toronto FC past their Canadian rivals

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Man Utd reveal new Ibra number

The Swedish striker has switched to the number he wore at Paris Saint-Germain after seeing Romelu Lukaku take his No.9 shirt for the Red Devils

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2017 MLS Cup final set for Dec. 9

The league title game will again be played in mid-December, with MLS announcing the full playoff schedule Wednesday

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Neymar takes shot at Barca board

The Paris Saint-Germain star thinks his former club needs to make changes at the top to again become competitive

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Spurs loanee relishing MLS challenge

The 20-year-old Englishman has found a rhythm with Gerardo Martino's side while spending the season on loan from Spurs

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D.C. United signs ex-Crew goalkeeper

A finalist for MLS Goalkeeper of the Year in 2014, the 31-year-old is returning to MLS after a stint in Denmark

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MLS to introduce fourth sub in playoffs

The league has approved the use of an additional substitute for playoff contests that go beyond regulation

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WATCH: Asensio shocks Barca with rocket

The rising Real Madrid star opened the second leg of the Spanish Super Cup with a remarkable long-range strike

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Real Madrid drop Bale for Clasico

The Welsh winger is among the substitutes for the second leg of the Spanish Super Cup against rival Barcelona

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How did Red Bulls become hottest team?

Jesse Marsch's side is the highest scoring team in MLS since switching to a 3-4-3 formation after the Gold Cup break

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Orlando issues statement on Kaka ban

The Brazilian star won't appeal his one-game ban after a video review Saturday led to a questionable sending off

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PL set to move up transfer deadline

Clubs are set to vote on a proposal that would shift the transfer deadline to before the start of a new campaign

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Neymar congratulates Paulinho on move

The Brazilian star sent well-wishes to his compatriot, who has joined the Catalan side ahead of the new La Liga campaign

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Brooks limps off in Wolfsburg debut

The defender's status for upcoming U.S. national team matches could be in doubt after an apparent leg injury in DFB-Pokal action

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Pressure's on big-spending DCU to produce

A club-record transfer to sign the U.S. international has raised expectations in the nation's capital as a new era awaits

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D.C. United adds U.S. prospect

The U.S. youth international is returning stateside after spending the 2016-17 campaign on loan to 2. Bundesliga side Bochum

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Columbus sends Finlay to Minnesota

The U.S. international is on the move after falling down the depth chart at Mapfre Stadium

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D.C. United signs Hungary playmaker

The MLS club has added the 28-year-old from Kaiserslautern in a bid to boost a struggling attack

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Sounders reacquire Neagle from DCU

The 30-year-old attacker is returning for a fourth stint with his hometown team after being swapped for a fourth-round draft pick

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Houston signs ex-Arsenal defender

The three-time World Cup veteran has joined the MLS side after a stint in Scotland

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WATCH: David Villa stunner in NY derby

The New York City FC captain led the way as his side earned a 3-2 victory over the rival New York Red Bulls

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How will VAR work in MLS?

MLS will use video assistant referees in all matches starting Saturday, with former Premier League referee Howard Webb steering the ship

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Schweini: Europe should have All-Star game

The Chicago Fire midfielder relished the experience after captaining an MLS squad against Real Madrid on Wednesday

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All-Stars Howard & Beasley still got it

The veterans remain a key part of the U.S. national team picture a year out from the World Cup, and they again showed why in the MLS All-Star game

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European target shines for MLS Homegrowns

Coming off three straight appearances for Sporting KC, the U.S. youth international delivered an impressive performance against the Chivas U-20s

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MLS All-Star game a worthwhile quirk

Squeezed in among MLS matches, international competition and the European preseason, the annual showcase remains a special spectacle

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Schweini: MLS should aim for PL's level

The MLS All-Star captain would like to see the league among the world's best within the next decade

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Juve can't expect Serie A breeze

The Bianconeri remain the favourites for the Scudetto, but the likes of Roma and AC Milan could very well intervene

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Allegri: Serie A will be tougher

The Juventus manager doesn't think a seventh straight Scudetto will come easily for his side

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U.S. prospect eyes next step at Spurs

The 19-year-old U.S. youth international finds himself on the cusp of an increased role for the Premier League contenders

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Schmid hired as LA Galaxy coach

The former Seattle Sounders boss has returned to the city where he made his name in American soccer

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Bradley wins Gold Cup Golden Ball

The U.S. national team captain was named the tournament's top player, with Jamaica's Andre Blake and Canada's Alphonso Davies also earning prizes

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Bonucci-less Juve don't need to panic

A pre-season loss against Barcelona followed the defender's exit to AC Milan, but there's still plenty of quality in Massimiliano Allegri's back-line

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Valverde: I'm not discovering Messi

The new Catalan club coach didn't take much credit as the Argentine's talents helped the club to a pre-season win over Juventus

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Barca & Juve start anew in ICC

Both powerhouse clubs won silverware last spring but enter pre-season hungry for more after falling short of Europe's top prize

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Valverde: Barca want Neymar to stay

The new manager addressed the rumours linking his Brazilian star to Paris Saint-Germain ahead of the Catalans' pre-season opener against Juventus

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USA's 'roadrunner' still not satisfied

The 22-year-old midfielder may have gotten the nod for some key contests under Bruce Arena, but he's still far from satisfied by his performances

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Krieger returns to USWNT

The veteran defender has been included in Jill Ellis' 23-player squad for matches against Australia, Brazil and Japan

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Good & bad from USA vs. El Salvador

The veteran center back delivered another standout performance as the Americans advanced to the Gold Cup semifinals

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Newcastle sign U-21 star Murphy

The 22-year-old winger has joined Rafa Benitez's men for a reported £12 million fee

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Good & bad for Mexico vs. Curacao

The goalkeeper and right back delivered strong performances as Mexico topped its Gold Cup group thanks to a 2-0 victory

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The good and bad from USA's win

The Seattle Sounders striker scored twice while the FC Dallas center back had a night to forget as the U.S. national team won a Gold Cup nail-biter

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Minnesota signs New Zealand defender

The former Vancouver Whitecaps defender has given a boost to Adrian Heath's back line

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Dwyer, Guzan shine for U.S.

The striker and goalkeeper stood out as the Americans opened the Gold Cup with an otherwise forgettable performance against Panama

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Meet USA's ultimate journeyman

Once an MLS pool goalkeeper, the 31-year-old has put such instability in the past to become the shot-stopper behind the league's stingiest defense

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Pontius replaces Saief for U.S.

The Philadelphia Union midfielder has stepped in for the Gent winger, who has been sidelined with a groin injury

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San Jose's Silva in critical condition

The 20-year-old Brazilian had to receive life-saving measures after being pulled out of the water at Lake Tahoe

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Coentrao confirms Sporting move

The 29-year-old, formerly of Benfica, has completed a temporary switch to their Portuguese rivals from Real Madrid

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WATCH: Alberg's long-range stunner

The Dutch playmaker netted a remarkable long-range goal in the Philadelphia Union's 3-0 win over New England

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Moreno has a shocker for El Tri

The stand-in captain was the chief culprit as the World Cup champions tore apart the Mexican back line in the Confederations Cup semifinal

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Red Bulls' Grella out for the season

The 30-year-old is scheduled to undergo surgery that will keep him sidelined for the rest of the 2017 MLS campaign

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USL side ousts Schweini's Fire

Hours after the Chile goalkeeper made three saves in a shootout victory over Portugal, Mitch Hildebrandt repeated the feat in a U.S. Open Cup shocker

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Allegri: I did nothing to keep Pogba

The Bianconeri manager says that once he saw the numbers behind the midfielder's transfer to Manchester United he had no problem with the sale

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Timbers sign ex-PSG defender

The Western Conference side used targeted allocation money to add the 29-year-old center back from Turkish side Kayserispor

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WATCH: Dempsey's dramatic equalizer

The U.S. star came off the bench to nod home a last-gasp strike as the 10-man Seattle Sounders earned a 2-2 draw with the Portland Timbers

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WATCH: Asprilla's towering header

The Portland Timbers winger gave his side the lead in the Cascadia Cup clash with an emphatic strike just before halftime

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Lozano seizes Mexico opportunity

The winger earned his first start of the Confederations Cup and delivered a standout performance as El Tri advanced to the semifinals with a 2-1 win

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Earthquakes sign DP playmaker

The 24-year-old midfielder becomes the youngest designated player in club history after joining from Dutch side Vitesse

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Aquino the difference-maker for El Tri

The winger set the stage for both goals as El Tri came from behind for a 2-1 win over the Kiwis at the Confederations Cup

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Jona dos Santos stars for Mexico

The midfielder delivered a strong all-around performance as El Tri opened the Confederations Cup with a 2-2 draw against Portugal

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Larin arrested on DUI charge

The Canada international was arrested early Thursday morning after narrowly avoiding a head-on collision, according to police

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Arena: Pulisic a doubt for Gold Cup

The U.S. national team coach named the Borussia Dortmund playmaker to the preliminary squad for the tournament but doubts he'll actually suit up

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Liquor store side puts scare in D.C. United

Baltimore-based club Christos FC gave the four-time MLS Cup champions all they could handle in a last-32 U.S. Open Cup clash

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May to attend France-England friendly

The UK prime minister is set to be in attendance alongside French President Emmanuel Macron as the Three Lions visit Les Bleus

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Bradley, Cameron step up for U.S.

The veterans stepped up despite a quick turnaround as the U.S. national team earned a point at Estadio Azteca

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U.S. makes 7 changes vs. Mexico

DaMarcus Beasley, Paul Arriola and Kellyn Acosta are among the additions, with the U.S. national team set to use a 3-4-3 formation at Estadio Azteca

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Inside Opta: Nagbe thriving for U.S.

Both players have gotten a new lease on life with the national team under Bruce Arena, but only one of them is reaping the rewards

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Pulisic, Nagbe step up for U.S.

The midfielders were the catalysts behind a second-half surge as the Americans earned a 2-0 win in World Cup qualifying

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Lavelle's star continues to rise

The 22-year-old midfielder built off a pair of strong performances in April with the lone goal in Thursday's 1-0 victory

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The USA players ready for WCQs

Christian Pulisic, Tim Howard and Jorge Villafana were among the standout performers in the Americans' 1-1 draw with Venezuela

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USA names 40-man Gold Cup squad

The 18-year-old could take part in his first CONCACAF Gold Cup after being named to a squad that also includes Jesse Gonzalez and Dom Dwyer

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Brooks signs with Wolfsburg

The U.S. international has joined the Volkswagen Arena side in a move that reportedly breaks the transfer record for an American

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Leroux earns USWNT recall

The FC Kansas City forward is back for the first time since giving birth in September, while Ali Krieger is a notable absence

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Forget England — Nikolic a star in MLS

Before Bastian Schweinsteiger came to MLS, the Hungary international spurned England and China to spark the struggling club's revival

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Leroux: Return a 'dream come true'

Back from a lengthy layoff, the U.S. national team star is rounding into form with FC Kansas City while embracing life as a new mother

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WATCH: Dubious red in AFC CL

Esteghlal's Farshid Esmaeili was sent off in dubious fashion as his side earned a 1-0 win over Al Ain

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Schweinsteiger digs deep for Fire

The German star delivered a commanding performance in defensive midfield as the Chicago Fire earned a 1-0 win at D.C. United

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Man Utd end penalty save drought

The back-up goalkeeper stepped up to deny Manolo Gabbiadini's effort at St Mary's Stadium on Wednesday

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Trusty added to U.S. U-20 squad

The Union defender has taken the place of Marlon Fossey, who has been released from the national squad because of a groin injury

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Mourinho walks out of interview

The Manchester United manager had no interest in looking ahead to 2017-18 after seeing the Red Devils eliminated from top-four contention

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Onyewu turns back the clock

The defender continued to put his injury woes in the past, marking his 35th birthday with a goal in the Philadelphia Union's 4-0 win over D.C. United

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