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WATCH: Batshuayi's title clincher

The seldom-used striker rose to the occasion as the Blues secured the Premier League crown with a 1-0 win over West Brom

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Lichaj named Forest's top player

The American fullback earned the distinction after helping the Championship squad narrowly avoid relegation

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Galaxy's Rogers out for the season

The 29-year-old fullback will sit out the rest of the 2017 MLS campaign because of an ankle injury

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Keane critical of Mourinho approach

The former Red Devils captain wasn't inspired by the Portuguese's tactics en route to squeezing past Celta Vigo on Thursday

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USWNT to host Tournament of Nations

The Women's World Cup champions will play host to the round-robin tournament from July 27 to Aug. 3 on the West Coast.

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FIFA opens up 2026 World Cup bidding

The governing body has decided against giving the United States-led bid an exclusive path to winning hosting rights for the 2026 World Cup

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Jones out 3-4 weeks with MCL strain

The LA Galaxy midfielder will be a question mark for the U.S. national team's upcoming World Cup qualifiers after suffering a knee injury Saturday.

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Tabla stepping up for Impact attack

The 18-year-old playmaker has stepped up for Mauro Biello's side, scoring in a 1-0 win at D.C. United on Saturday.

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Fans petition to name stand for Terry

Supporters have started an online campaign in hopes of honoring the outgoing Blues captain at the club's proposed new stadium

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TEAM NEWS: Barzagli replaces Cuadrado

Massimiliano Allegri has brought the Italian defender into his line-up for the Champions League semi-final first leg

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Villa extends deal with NYCFC

The reigning MLS MVP has extended his deal by one year, keeping him under contract with Patrick Vieira's side until 2018.

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No Pirlo, no problem for NYCFC

Goal takes an analytical look back at the weekend in MLS, including Yangel Herrera's performance for New York City FC in place of Andrea Pirlo.

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VIDEO: Ronaldinho's no-look pass

The Brazilian put his skill on full display as a squad of Barcelona great defeated the Real Madrid legends in Lebanon

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Timbers' Farfan tuning out the chatter

After a strong start to 2017, the U.S. youth international knows he still has plenty of work to do to establish himself as a professional.

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Timbers announce stadium expansion

The club plans to add 4,000 seats to the 91-year-old venue through a privately funded renovation.

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Sounders return to MLS Cup formula

Goal takes an analytical look at Week 8 in MLS, including Jordan Morris' standout performance on the left flank and Orlando City's diamond midfield

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Keane: Ronaldo among all-time greats

The former Manchester United captain had high praise for the Portuguese star, who has again led Real Madrid to the Champions League semi-finals

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Pugh leaves UCLA to turn pro

The 18-year-old winger enrolled at UCLA this winter ahead of her freshman season but will leave the university without playing a competitive match

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WATCH: OKC's unbelievable goal

Miguel Gonzalez found the net with a once-in-a-lifetime strike in USL play Tuesday.

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Jones steps up for LA Galaxy

Goal takes an analytical look back at the week in MLS, including the U.S. international's stellar performance in the LA Galaxy midfield.

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Gulati: WC bid a signal for unification

The U.S. Soccer president explained the rationale behind having Canada and Mexico join the Americans' bid for the 2026 World Cup.

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Diskerud scores for Goteborg

Frozen out at New York City FC, the U.S. international has opened his account with the Swedish side.

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Dunn builds her case for USWNT

The Chelsea striker scored four goals over a pair of friendly wins against Russia, staking her claim to a role up top.

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Lavelle living up to USWNT hype

The 21-year-old playmaker stole the show in the U.S. national team's 4-0 win over Russia.

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Orlando acquires Gil on loan

Jason Kreis' side has added the 23-year-old after acquiring his MLS rights from Real Salt Lake.

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CONCACAF aiming for joint WC bid

Victor Montagliani says discussions are continuing as the three federations consider sharing hosting duties for the first 48-team tournament.

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USWNT agrees to new CBA

The drawn-out labor talks between the U.S. women's national team and U.S. Soccer have come to a close, with the two sides ratifying an agreement.

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Where does Schweini fit with Fire?

Goal takes an analytical look at the German's place in a crowded Fire midfield, Wil Trapp's strong start to 2017 with Columbus and more.

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Jones fires back at U.S. critics

The 35-year-old midfielder defended his place in the U.S. national team, making the case he hasn't received the respect he deserves.

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Denver to host USA-T&T qualifier

The U.S. national team will return to suburban Denver for a Hexagonal meeting with the Soca Warriors on June 8.

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Ex-goalkeeper sues Espindola, DCU

The former U.S. Under-23 international has taken legal action, claiming his then-teammate caused a career-ending concussion.

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Pareja agrees to new FCD deal

The Colombian has signed a new long-term deal that will keep him with the reigning Supporters' Shield and U.S. Open Cup winner

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Lawsuit dismissed against U.S. stars

A U.S. District Court in Texas has dismissed the suit, filed by three youth clubs against the trio and the MLS Players Union

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RSL tabs Petke as coach

The former New York Red Bulls boss will return to MLS management after a brief stint in charge of RSL's second-tier affiliate.

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Red Bulls re-sign Wright-Phillips

The reigning MLS Golden Boot winner has inked a new multi-year contract at Red Bull Arena.

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Ratings: Gonzalez leads U.S. defense

The U.S. national team earned a hard-fought point on the road against Panama in World Cup qualifying.

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Arena: U.S. could make 4-5 changes

The U.S. national team coach says there could be adjustments to his lineup beyond finding replacements for Sebastian Lletget and John Brooks.

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Arena gets most out of U.S. stars

Goal takes an analytical look at the U.S. national team's 6-0 win over Honduras, which saw the star duo thrive in central midfield.

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Ratings: Dempsey, Pulisic star

Clint Dempsey notched a hat trick while Christian Pulisic ran the show in the Americans' 6-0 victory.

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WATCH: Dempsey, Pulisic run riot

The U.S. national team earned its first points of the Hexagonal, cruising to a 6-0 victory over Honduras.

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Paulinho stepping up for Brazil

The former Tottenham midfielder notched a hat-trick in the Selecao's 4-1 win over Uruguay that all but clinched a World Cup berth

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TEAM NEWS: Firmino starts for Brazil

The Liverpool forward has taken the Manchester City man's place in the lineup as Brazil face Uruguay in World Cup qualifying

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Nagbe thriving as tucked-in winger

Goal takes an analytical look at Week 3 of the MLS campaign, which saw the Portland Timbers star deliver another fine performance on the left flank.

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Chicago Fire sign Schweinsteiger

The German midfielder is poised to link up with the MLS side next week after departing Old Trafford in a designated player deal

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Podcast: Finlay eyes resurgence

Capped three times by the U.S. national team, the 26-year-old believes a strong start to 2017 can catch the eye of new coach Bruce Arena.

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Wondo added to U.S. roster

The 34-year-old striker brings the U.S. squad to 26 players ahead of matches against Honduras and Panama.

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RSL fires coach Cassar

The 43-year-old departs early in his fourth campaign as head coach after kicking off the year with an 0-2-1 start.

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Dwyer becomes U.S. citizen

The English-born striker completed his naturalization ceremony Thursday, paving the road for him to potentially represent the U.S. national team.

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Arena: Johnson set for midfield role

The U.S. national team coach will likely turn to Jorge Villafana or DaMarcus Beasley at left back against Honduras and Panama.

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U.S. learns U-20 World Cup draw

Tab Ramos' side will open play in Group F of the U-20 World Cup on May 22 in South Korea.

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Atlanta playing fast and furious

Goal takes an analytical look at Week 2 of the MLS season, including Atlanta United's thrashing of Minnesota, Anibal Godoy's dominance and more.

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WATCH: Atlanta rolls in the snow

Josef Martinez notched a hat trick while Miguel Almiron scored twice as Atlanta United triumphed 6-1 over its fellow expansion side.

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WATCH: Wood scores late winner

The U.S. national team striker scored in the 80th minute of Hamburg's 2-1 win over Borussia Monchengladbach.

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WATCH: Godoy's long-range stunner

The San Jose Earthquakes midfielder scored a sensational goal for the second straight week, netting the winner against the Vancouver Whitecaps.

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VIDEO: Boca Juniors fan stampede

The celebration of the iconic Argentine club's first goal of 2017 nearly turned tragic.

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WATCH: Piatti torches Sounders

The Montreal Impact star set up the opener Saturday before scoring the second through an impressive individual effort.

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Giovinco limps off for Toronto

The Italy international limped off just before halftime of the Reds' trip to face the Philadelphia Union.

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Robles sets iron man record

The 32-year-old broke Chris Klein's record by making his 142nd consecutive appearance Saturday.

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Crew sign Meram to new deal

Coming off a career year, the 28-year-old winger is the Major League Soccer club's longest-tenured player.

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Bedoya at home in Union limelight

Amid lofty expectations, the U.S. national team veteran is finally settled in following his big-money move to MLS last summer.

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Solo makes Women's World XI

The goalkeeper has been frozen out by U.S. Soccer, but that didn't stop her from joining Carli Lloyd, Alex Morgan and Ali Krieger on the list

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USWNT gets harsh reality check

The U.S. national team coach dropped back-to-back matches for the first time while learning some tough lessons about her new formation.

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U.S. 'keepers bid to replace Solo

The backups find themselves vying for the starting spot going into the SheBelieves Cup finale against France on Tuesday.

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WATCH: Red Bulls stun Atlanta late

A Daniel Royer header and Anton Walkes own goal saw the New York Red Bulls come from behind for a 2-1 win over the expansion side.

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WATCH: First goal in Atlanta history

The Argentine winger converted a cross from Tyrone Mears to give the Bobby Dodd Stadium faithful their first goal to celebrate.

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WATCH: Larin christens new stadium

The Canadian striker connected with a cross from substitute Giles Barnes to christen the new venue in a 1-0 win over New York City FC.

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Zusi shines at right back for SKC

Having started a pair of winter friendlies at right back for the U.S. national team, the veteran is now finding a rhythm at the position in MLS play.

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Galaxy add two homegrowns

The LA Galaxy have signed a pair of prospects ahead of the 2017 MLS season.

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Real Madrid stars support Torres

Sergio Ramos and Alvaro Morata are among the players to have sent their well-wishes to the Atletico striker, who has been taken to hospital

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Press leaves her mark in U.S. win

The forward set up the lone goal as the U.S. national team opened the SheBelieves Cup with a 1-0 win over Olympic champion Germany.

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USWNT stars embracing Europe

With the U.S. more than two years away from its next major event, several players have at least temporarily departed the NWSL for European pastures.

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Martino looks to leave Atlanta legacy

Having managed the likes of Barcelona and Argentina, the 54-year-old sees the MLS expansion side as a chance to make his mark.

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MLS preview: Atlanta United

The expansion side looks poised to hit the ground running in MLS, with Gerardo Martino at the helm of a roster filled with South American talent.

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DCU breaks ground on Audi Field

MLS commissioner Don Garber and Mayor Muriel Bowser were among the guests as the club formally broke ground on its 20,000-seat venue.

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WATCH: Kaka's free kick strike

The Brazilian star opened the scoring in a preseason win over Saint Louis FC, marking the inaugural goal at Orlando City Stadium.

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Neuer hits Bundesliga record

The Germany international reached the milestone in record time, easily besting the mark previously set by Oliver Reck

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IN PICTURES: New MLS jerseys

As the 2017 MLS campaign draws near, clubs across the league are introducing new kits for the upcoming season.

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USWNT to face Norway

The U.S. national team will play a pair of away friendlies in June, including a match against its old rival.

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Columbus rebuilding from the back

Coming off a disappointing 2016 campaign, the Columbus Crew have revamped a defense that remains crucial to the club's possession-oriented approach.

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MLS preview: Columbus Crew

The Columbus Crew enter the new season with a retooled roster after following up their conference title in 2015 with a lackluster campaign last year.

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Red Bulls sign Long to MLS deal

The reigning USL Defender of the Year has made a permanent move from Red Bulls II to the first team.

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USWNT leads World XI shortlist

FIFPro has released its shortlist of 55 players for the 2016 World XI, with nine Americans leading the way from France and Germany

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Red Bulls confirm Curtis exit

Putting an end to a drawn-out saga, the executive is leaving the Red Bulls after leading the club to first-place finishes in each of his two seasons.

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Minnesota adds U.S. winger Gatt

The former U.S. international will play stateside for the first time after a lengthy stint in Europe.

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NYCFC signs Moralez as DP

The 29-year-old attacking midfielder takes on the designated player slot vacated by the retirement of Frank Lampard.

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Whitecaps sign Montero on loan

The striker will join the Whitecaps as a designated player on a one-year loan from Chinese Super League club Tianjin Teda.

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DCU stadium named Audi Field

The club is set to kick off its final season at RFK Stadium before moving to the 20,000-seat venue in 2018.

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Dempsey: 'I’m finally getting close'

The Seattle Sounders forward feels like he is returning to full fitness, having not played in a competitive match since August.

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DCU lays groundwork for new era

Having embraced a more attack-minded identity, D.C. United is building a young core before opening its soccer-specific stadium in 2018.

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MLS preview: D.C. United

Ben Olsen's side will look to build off a strong second half of 2016 after an offseason focused on locking down key players and adding depth.

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Union sign Akron standout Najem

The Philadelphia Union acquired the right of first refusal for the 22-year-old playmaker from the New York Red Bulls.

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U.S. names SheBelieves Cup camp

There were no surprises on the U.S. national team roster set to convene in Orlando, Florida, ahead of the March tournament.

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Gates, Kraft were offered Liverpool

Court documents show the American billionaires had an opportunity to purchase the Reds in 2010.

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Fire lose Polster for 7 weeks

The third-year player will miss the start of the regular season after suffering a knee strain in training.

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Atlanta adds Chile international

The MLS expansion side continued to stock up on South American talent, using targeted allocation money to sign the two-time World Cup veteran.

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MLS to continue VAR testing

The league will continue tests in hopes of implementing the instant replay system in official matches after the All-Star game

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WATCH: Aboubakar's AFCON winner

The Cameroon striker flipped the ball over his defender before burying the 88th-minute winner.

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TEAM NEWS: Feilhaber starts for U.S.

Walker Zimmerman, Jorge Villafana, Chris Pontius and Sebastian Lletget will make their first international starts Friday against Jamaica.

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Earthquakes sign European duo

The San Jose Earthquakes have used targeted allocation money to secure the Dutch forward and German defender-midfielder.

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Timbers acquire Blanco as DP

The Argentine winger has joined Caleb Porter's side via a transfer from San Lorenzo.

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Atlanta signs Martinez as DP

The 23-year-old has signed on loan from Torino, joining Miguel Almiron and Hector Villalba as designated players on Gerardo Martino's roster.

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Toronto FC re-signs Ricketts

The 29-year-old is staying put after emerging as an effective weapon off the bench for Toronto last season.

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Lifetime to broadcast NWSL matches

Lifetime will broadcast a match every Saturday of the season after agreeing to a three-year deal with the league.

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MLS downplays Sacramento friction

MLS deputy commissioner Mark Abbott said the league isn't alarmed by controversy surrounding Sacramento's bid for an expansion team.

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Santa Clara to host Gold Cup final

The home of the San Francisco 49ers will play host to the Gold Cup final July 26.

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Ring joins NYCFC from Kaiserslautern

The 25-year-old gives Patrick Vieira another option in central midfield following the retirement of Andoni Iraola.

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U.S. prospect signs with Forest

The U.S. Under-23 international has joined the Championship club from League One side Chesterfield.

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Whitecaps send Froese to Dusseldorf

The 20-year-old Canadian midfielder has departed his hometown team for the German second tier.

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TEAM NEWS: Arena tabs starting XI

Jozy Altidore is set to earn his 100th cap as the U.S. opens Bruce Arena's second stint in charge with a friendly against Serbia in San Diego.

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RSL's Silva ready to leave mark

The 28-year-old playmaker is excited to kick off his second stint at Rio Tinto Stadium after a tough year with Liga MX powerhouse Tigres.

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NYCFC adds Peru defender Callens

The 24-year-old center back joins an NYCFC side that surrendered more goals than any other playoff team in 2016.

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Stability or shake-up for DCU defense?

Veterans Sean Franklin and Nick DeLeon will be getting looks at new positions in a D.C. United back line that had been defined by continuity.

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Atlanta signs Pirez from Estudiantes

The MLS expansion side used targeted allocation money to sign the Argentine center back.

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RSL adds MLS vet Horst

Jeff Cassar's side has added the former Houston Dynamo center back, who was drafted by Real Salt Lake in 2008.

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Atlanta signs Spurs prospect

The 19-year-old center back is joining the MLS side after making his first-team debut for Spurs in September.

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WATCH: Ronaldo's brilliant free kick

The Real Madrid star scored to give his side hope, but it wasn't enough as Los Blancos slumped to a 4-3 aggregate defeat to Celta Vigo.

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Villafana added to U.S. roster

The Santos Laguna left back has been added to the squad preparing for friendlies against Serbia and Jamaica.

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Revs add Slovenia defender Delamea

The 25-year-old center back has signed with the New England Revolution following a transfer from Slovenian side Olimpija Ljubljana.

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Dempsey returns to training

Sidelined since August with an irregular heartbeat, the U.S. star was back on the training field Tuesday as the Seattle Sounders kicked off preseason.

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Boswell: CCL 'hurts MLS teams'

The D.C. United captain acknowledges the allure of winning a CCL title but believes the new tournament format still puts MLS teams at a disadvantage.

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WATCH: Arsenal's wild win

Granit Xhaka was sent off and Arsenal conceded a late equalizer, but Alexis Sanchez's last-gasp penalty still saw the Gunners triumph over Burnley.

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Orlando signs academy product

The U.S. youth international becomes to first player to sign with the MLS side after playing for the club's academy and reserve team.

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LA Galaxy add Portuguese midfielder

The 23-year-old has joined the Galaxy from top-tier Portuguese side Vitória Guimaraes.

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Howard clarifies dual national remarks

The goalkeeper has clarified his remarks about dual nationals, saying they weren't the only players with a lack of passion under Jurgen Klinsmann.

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Sounders add two homegrown players

The Seattle Sounders have signed a pair of academy products as they build their roster ahead of the 2017 campaign.

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Galaxy ink Lletget to extension

The freshly minted U.S. national team midfielder has pledged his future to the LA Galaxy.

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Hamid sidelined after knee surgery

The D.C. United and U.S. national team goalkeeper could miss the start of the MLS season after aggravating his right meniscus.

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U.S. U-20s set January camp squad

Miles Robinson, Jonathan Lewis and Jeremy Ebobisse — the No. 2, 3 and 4 picks in Friday's MLS draft — are in Tab Ramos' squad.

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Minnesota takes Danladi No. 1 in draft

The UCLA forward went to the expansion side with the No. 1 overall pick at the 2017 MLS draft in Los Angeles.

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Klinsmann not surprised by U.S. ax

Fired in November, the former U.S. national team coach says "the fact will remain we were let go because we lost two games."

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MLS to take Gold Cup break

Having previously played through the Gold Cup, MLS will go on hiatus from July 7-18 during the 2017 tournament.

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Timbers re-sign Barmby

The Portland Timbers have brought back the former Leicester City winger and signed a trio of players from its USL side.

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Chargers, Galaxy to share stadium

The NFL franchise will spend two seasons at the soccer-specific stadium after moving from San Diego to Los Angeles.

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Red Bulls: Marsch staying put

The New York Red Bulls have said their head coach is staying put after reports linking him to the Red Bull Salzburg post.

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Manneh secures U.S. citizenship

The Vancouver Whitecaps winger is closing in on eligibility to represent the national team, U.S. Soccer has confirmed.

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USWNT sets SheBelieves Cup slate

The U.S. women's national team will travel to the Philadelphia, New York and Washington, D.C., markets for the second iteration of the tournament.

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NYCFC loans Mena to Barcelona SC

The Colombian center back will spend the 2017 campaign on loan in the Ecuadorian top flight.

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RSL inks Rusnak as DP

The 22-year-old is departing Dutch side Groningen to fill the void left by the departure of longtime playmaker Javier Morales.

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Impact re-sign homegrown Lefevre

The Montreal Impact have re-signed the 28-year-old center back through 2018, with options for 2019 and 2020.

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Arena optimistic about Dempsey

The U.S. national team coach is optimistic about the status of the Seattle Sounders forward, who hasn't played since August because of a heart condition.

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Ibarra set for Minnesota move

Club Leon has confirmed that U.S. international Miguel Ibarra is poised for a return to Minnesota United.

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Rodriguez returns to USWNT

U.S. national team coach Jill Ellis has selected 29 players for a training camp from Jan. 13-23 in Carson, California.

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Orlando unveils tribute to Pulse victims

Orlando City unveiled 49 rainbow-colored seats at its new stadium Wednesday to honor the victims of the June shooting at Pulse nightclub.

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Timbers sign ex-NY defender Miller

The Costa Rica international will remain with Saprissa through its CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinal matches in late February.

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Former MLS MVP Magee retires

The LA Galaxy forward has called it a career after 14 MLS seasons, including an MVP campaign in 2013.

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Arena unveils USA coaching staff

Dave Sarachan, Pat Noonan, Kenny Arena and Matt Reis have followed Bruce Arena from the LA Galaxy to the U.S. national team coaching staff.

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Red Bulls re-sign Collin for 2017

The out-of-contract French center back has signed a new deal that will see him return to Red Bull Arena for the 2017 MLS campaign.

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WATCH: Giroud's scorpion-kick strike

The French striker netted a sublime strike to open the scoring in Arsenal's New Year's Day clash with Crystal Palace.

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Whitecaps part ways with Kudo

The Vancouver Whitecaps have moved on from the Japanese striker, who spent one season with the club.

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USWNT parts ways with union counsel

The U.S. women's national team players association announced the departure of its counsel amid negotiations of a new collective bargaining agreement.

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Yedlin: Klinsmann 'a great coach'

The U.S. national team defender says he is sad to see his coach depart but called the hiring of Bruce Arena a "great appointment."

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WATCH: Mkhitaryan's back-heel flick

The Manchester United midfielder capped his side's scoring in a 3-1 win over Sunderland with a remarkable strike.

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San Jose signs Lima as homegrown

The University of California product has inked a homegrown deal with the San Jose Earthquakes ahead of the 2017 season.

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Franklin returns to D.C. United

The free agent right back has decided to come back for a fourth season in the nation's capital.

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Impact sign Oduro to new deal

The speedy winger has been taken off the free agent market after agreeing to a deal to return to the Montreal Impact.

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Sounders GM hints at CCL change

Seattle Sounders general manager Garth Lagerwey says his club's participation in the CONCACAF Champions League might be pushed back because of changes to the competition.

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FIFA fines Mexico for fan conduct

FIFA has punished Mexico, Panama and Honduras for incidents involving fans during World Cup qualifying.

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Orlando inks Aja to 4-year deal

The Uruguayan center back has signed a permanent deal after joining the club on loan midway through the 2016 season.

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Earthquakes sign Pelosi to new deal

The Liverpool academy product will return to the San Jose Earthquakes after sitting out the 2016 season because of injury.

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Whitecaps add Williams from Dynamo

The veteran right back has been acquired by the Vancouver Whitecaps from the Houston Dynamo in exchange for allocation money.

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LA Galaxy hire Onalfo as coach

The LA Galaxy II boss, who previously coached Kansas City and D.C. United, will take over the top post at StubHub Center.

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MLS Team of the Playoffs

Goal takes a look at the top performers from the 2016 MLS postseason, with the champion Seattle Sounders dominating the defense while runner-up Toronto FC's attack is well represented.

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Sounders vets finally lift MLS Cup

The only three players left from the Seattle Sounders' inaugural MLS campaign all made crucial contributions this postseason en route to the club's first league title.

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WATCH: Torres wins MLS Cup for Seattle

The Seattle Sounders have claimed the MLS Cup title over Toronto FC with a 5-4 win in penalties after a 0-0 draw over 120 minutes.

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TEAM NEWS: Osorio in for TFC

Toronto FC coach Greg Vanney has picked Jonathan Osorio over Will Johnson in midfield, while Erik Friberg and Osvaldo Alonso are healthy enough to start for the Seattle Sounders.

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Morris silences critics in MLS Cup run

The Seattle Sounders rookie has carried the goal-scoring burden while leading his hometown team to its first MLS Cup final.

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Garber delivers State of the League

The MLS commissioner provided updates on expansion, the league's playoff format, video assistant refereeing and more in his annual address.

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Marshall, Moor meet in MLS Cup

Already MLS Cup champions with different clubs, the veteran center backs and onetime teammates find themselves back in the league's showcase event.

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RSL parts ways with Martinez

The designated player is leaving the club after just a season and a half in MLS, with the club citing off-the-field reasons.

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Inside Opta: Morris poses problems

Goal takes an analytical look at the MLS Cup final as Toronto FC prepares to host the Seattle Sounders in the league's 2016 finale.

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Tampa Bay angling for MLS side

The USL franchise has announced its ambition to join MLS, with a privately financed stadium renovation proposed.

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U.S. Soccer announces award nominees

U.S. Soccer has tabbed its Player of the Year nominees for the men's and women's national teams.

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MLS unveils 2016 Best XI

MLS has unveiled its 2016 Best XI, with Sebastian Giovinco making the cut after being snubbed by the MVP shortlist.

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WATCH: Alexis scores hat trick

Alexis Sanchez scored a trio of impressive goals after halftime in Arsenal's 5-1 win over West Ham.

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WATCH: Ramos' Clasico equalizer

The Real Madrid defender earned a point for the visitors in Barcelona with a 90th-minute strike.

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WATCH: Son's sensational volley

The Tottenham attacker doubled his side's advantage against Swansea City with a splendid strike just before halftime.

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Minnesota announces first signings

Justin Davis and Kevin Venegas will make the jump from the NASL to MLS with Minnesota, which enters the league as an expansion side next year.

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TFC to host Seattle in MLS Cup

BMO Field will again host the MLS Cup final as two first-time participants meet in the league's showcase event.

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WATCH: Subs send TFC to MLS Cup

The veterans came off the bench to score the extra-time strikes that gave Toronto FC a 7-5 aggregate win over the Montreal Impact.

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WATCH: Hagglund forces extra time

The defender capped the scoring in a wild second leg as Toronto FC earned a 3-2 win over the Montreal Impact, forcing extra time in the Eastern Conference final.

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EA pays tribute to Chapecoense

The popular video game has made the gesture after tragedy struck the Brazilian club Monday.

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Goncalves poised for Revs exit

The New England Revolution, New York City FC and the New York Red Bulls have made roster decisions ahead of the MLS offseason.

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Morris puts Seattle in MLS Cup

The rookie forward scored a crucial goal as the Seattle Sounders secured their first MLS Cup final appearance.

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Mexico draws Portugal in Confed Cup

El Tri will open the 2017 Confederations Cup in Russia against Cristiano Ronaldo and the Euro 2016 champions.

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Clark out as MLS clubs trim rosters

The Chicago Fire, the Columbus Crew, Orlando City and Sporting Kansas City made announcements Wednesday on the contract status of numerous players for the 2017 season.

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Nagbe linked to Celtic move

The Portland Timbers midfielder traveled to Glasgow for Celtic's match against Barcelona ahead of a potential transfer.

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Bradley talks U.S. coaching change

The U.S. national team regrets the circumstances that led to Jurgen Klinsmann's exit but is looking forward to again playing under Bruce Arena.

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WATCH: Sounders come from behind

A deflected Kevin Doyle strike gave the Colorado Rapids an early lead before Jordan Morris and Nicolas Lodeiro earned a 2-1 win for the Seattle Sounders in the Western Conference final first leg.

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WATCH: Impact hold off TFC

Dominic Oduro, Matteo Mancosu and Ambroise Oyongo scored as the Montreal Impact earned a 3-2 win over Toronto FC in the Eastern Conference final first leg.

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Field mishap delays Montreal-Toronto

The Eastern Conference final first leg between the Montreal Impact and Toronto FC was delayed after it was discovered the 18-yard box at Olympic Stadium needed to be repainted.

Thomas Floyd

Lodeiro named top MLS newcomer

The Seattle Sounders midfielder has earned the honor, beating out Ola Kamara and Jelle Van Damme.

Thomas Floyd

WATCH: Giroud stuns Man Utd

The French striker came off the bench to nod home a late equalizer for Arsenal at Old Trafford.

Thomas Floyd

Galaxy confirm Keane exit

The Irish striker is looking to join another MLS club after wrapping a prolific five-year stint in Southern California.

Thomas Floyd

FC Dallas signs 16th homegrown

FC Dallas has signed the 15-year-old son of former MLS MVP David Ferreira to a first-team deal.

Thomas Floyd

Goal's 2016 MLS player rankings

Goal USA's Thomas Floyd has offered his comprehensive analysis of the top 10 players at all 11 positions on the field during the 2016 MLS season.

Thomas Floyd

Guzan only change in U.S. lineup

U.S. coach Jurgen Klinsmann has stuck with the same 10 field players who started Friday's loss to Mexico.

Thomas Floyd

WATCH: Messi's brilliant free kick

The Argentina captain opened the scoring against Colombia on Tuesday with a perfectly placed set piece from 25 yards out.

Thomas Floyd

LAFC eyes Rooney, Chicharito

Wayne Rooney, Cesc Fabregas and Javier Hernandez are on Los Angeles FC's radar ahead of the club's 2018 launch.

Thomas Floyd

Howard returns to Colorado

As expected, the Colorado Rapids goalkeeper will not be available for the U.S. national team's qualifier against Costa Rica on Tuesday.

Thomas Floyd

USA facing sense of urgency

Having suffered its first home loss in World Cup qualifying since 2001, the U.S. national team is desperate for points on the road against an imposing Costa Rican side Tuesday.

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