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Botafogo Beats Seattle in First Club World Cup Game, Where Seattle Won Hearts With Commendable Second Half Performance

A general view of the onfield ceremonies prior to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group A match between SE Palmeiras and FC Porto

SE Palmeiras & FC Porto Open the 2025 Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium with an Action-Packed 0-0 Draw

PSG Dominate Atlético Madrid 4-0 in Club World Cup Opener at the Rose Bowl

Sounders Nightmare in BC As Vancouver Thrash Rivals 3-0

D.C. had a disastrous showing at home, getting routed by the Chicago Fire

Total Domination: Cruz Azul Crushes Vancouver Whitecaps 5-0 in a Masterclass Performance

Atlético Madrid Advance to Champions League Semifinals Despite 2–1 Loss to Barcelona (Agg: 3–2)

By Alonso Contreras Atlético Madrid are through to the UEFA Champions League semifinals after surviving a dramatic second leg, despite a 2–1 defeat to FC Barcelona at the Metropolitano. The result was enough for Atlético to progress 3–2 on aggregate , thanks to their commanding 2–0 first-leg victory. Barcelona came out flying, with Lamine Yamal opening the scoring early in the 4th minute with a brilliant finish, before Ferran Torres doubled the lead in the 24th minute after a

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Historic Night in Mexico City: Nashville SC Stun Club América to Reach Semifinals

By Alonso Contreras Nashville SC made history at the iconic Estadio Azteca, becoming the first MLS team ever to win at the venue while booking their place in the Concacaf Champions League semifinals with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Club América. In a match defined by resilience and discipline, Nashville delivered the decisive blow early in the second half. In the 51st minute, Hany Mukhtar capped off a rapid counterattack with a clinical right-footed finish into the top c

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FC Dallas cruises to victory on the road against D.C. United

LAFC DESTROYS ORLANDO CITY: SIX-GOAL NIGHT OF PURE DOMINANCE

Washington Spirit dominates in their visit to Bay FC to secure their first 3 points of the season

NWSL

Washington and Utah share the spoils thanks to a late tying goal

NWSL

United States Women's National Team 0–1 Japan Women's National Team

US Soccer

Belgium Run Riot in 5–2 Victory Over USA

US Soccer

Atlético Madrid Advance to Champions League Semifinals Despite 2–1 Loss to Barcelona (Agg: 3–2)

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Historic Night in Mexico City: Nashville SC Stun Club América to Reach Semifinals

CONCACAF

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United States Women's National Team 0–1 Japan Women's National Team

US Soccer

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Cruz Azul 1–1 Los Angeles Football Club (1-4)

CONCACAF

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Washington Spirit dominates in their visit to Bay FC to secure their first 3 points of the season

NWSL

Apr 7

FC Dallas cruises to victory on the road against D.C. United

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LAFC DESTROYS ORLANDO CITY: SIX-GOAL NIGHT OF PURE DOMINANCE

Apr 5

Inter Miami CF 2-2 Austin FC

Apr 5

Eddie Segura: “We’re Building Confidence Game by Game”

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FC Dallas cruises to victory on the road against D.C. United

The return from the International break in club football also meant the return to play in MLS as they look to move their season forward ahead of the break for the World Cup in May. For D.C. United, this meant a return to action in front of their fans inside the confines of Audi Field as FC Dallas came into town. However, for the Black-and-Red, this would not be a happy return to MLS action as FC Dallas dismantled DC in front of more than 19,215 fans Saturday night that came

Mario Amaya

Apr 64 min read

LAFC DESTROYS ORLANDO CITY: SIX-GOAL NIGHT OF PURE DOMINANCE

By Alonso Contreras A Nightmare Start Sets the Tone From the opening whistle, LAFC imposed themselves—and by the 7th minute, the match had already tilted heavily. An unfortunate own goal by David Brekalo handed LAFC the lead and completely shook Orlando’s defensive structure. That early blow opened the floodgates. Bouanga Runs Riot What followed was a ruthless attacking masterclass led by Denis Bouanga, who delivered a devastating hat-trick : ⚽ 20’ (2-0) – Clinical strike fro

Apr 52 min read

Inter Miami CF 2-2 Austin FC

By Alonso Contreras At full time, Inter Miami CF and Austin FC delivered a dramatic 2-2 draw in a match full of momentum swings, late pressure, and a relentless push from the home side that nearly turned one point into three. First Half: Early Shock and Immediate Response Austin struck first and silenced the crowd early. In the 6th minute, Guilherme Biro rose inside the box to power home a header (xG 41%) after a well-delivered corner from Facundo Torres, giving the visitors

Apr 52 min read

Eddie Segura: “We’re Building Confidence Game by Game”

By Alonso Contreras Eddie Segura spoke after LAFC’s latest performance, emphasizing the team’s growing confidence and commitment to its playing style as the season progresses. The Colombian center-back highlighted the importance of consistency, noting that the squad is beginning to find its rhythm at a crucial stage of the campaign. “We’re prepared to face uncertainty with confidence in our style,” Segura said. “The team knows what we want to do on the field, and we trust tha

Apr 31 min read

FC Cincinnati Come Back to Win a Thriller at Home.

CINCINNATI, OH - FC Cincinnati storm back down a man and a goal at home against CF Montréal on Sunday. After two consecutive bad losses for Pat Noonan's FC Cincinnati, a win was crucial not only to get back on track in MLS play, but also for the morale of the players and even more the fanbase heading into the March international window. FC Cincinnati fans watched their team lose on the road on Sunday and Thursday, a 1-6 loss in New England and a 1-5 loss in Monterrey to the N

Kenta Hagiwara

Mar 224 min read

Nashville SC Dominate Orlando City 5–0 in Statement Victory

By Alonso Contreras Nashville SC delivered a commanding performance at home, cruising to a resounding 5–0 win over Orlando City SC in one of their most complete displays of the season. The hosts wasted no time asserting control. In just the 5th minute, Cristian Espinoza opened the scoring with a clinical finish from the right side, setting the tone early for Nashville’s dominance. Orlando attempted to respond, with Duncan McGuire forcing a save from Brian Schwake, but the vis

Mar 222 min read

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NWSL

Washington Spirit dominates in their visit to Bay FC to secure their first 3 points of the season

The Washington Spirit stepped into their game Sunday afternoon against Bay FC, looking to secure its first win of the season after three consecutive draws. The Spirit stepped into this game to jump the final hurdle to secure their first victory of the season in Northern California. The Washington Spirit got their first win of the season against Bay FC on Sunday afternoon. Photo Credit: Breanna Biorato/Washington Spirit The Spirit did exactly that in their visit to PayPal Park

Mario Amaya

Apr 74 min read

Washington and Utah share the spoils thanks to a late tying goal

Entering their match-up on Wednesday night, both the Washington Spirit and the Utah Royals were looking for their first wins of the 2026 NWSL Season. The Spirit entered this match looking to get their first win of the year after getting their first points of the year, after their comeback from behind draw on the road against Racing Louisville last week, while Utah started the season with back-to-back losses against the Kansas City Current and the San Diego Wave, and were look

Mario Amaya

Mar 264 min read

Bay FC Suffers First Defeat 3-1 against Angel City FC in the Second Week of NWSL

By Fernando Abarca SAN JOSE, Calif. – Bay FC entered a new week in the National Women's Soccer League season, hosting statewide rivals Angel City FC. Both teams came into the matchup fresh off victories in their season openers, with Bay FC earning three points against the expansion side Denver Summit. However, the home side was unable to replicate that success, falling 3-1 at home. The game took action in the early moments with an attempt from Bay FC, but Angel City quickly s

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Mar 222 min read

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CONCACAF

Historic Night in Mexico City: Nashville SC Stun Club América to Reach Semifinals

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Cruz Azul 1–1 Los Angeles Football Club (1-4)

By Josue Lopez A dramatic finish saw Cruz Azul and LAFC settle for a 1–1 draw on the night, but it was Los Angeles Football Club who ultimately celebrated, advancing to the Concacaf Champions League semifinals with a commanding 4–1 aggregate victory. Cruz Azul struck first in the 18th minute when Gabriel Fernández calmly converted from the penalty spot, sending the goalkeeper the wrong way to give the hosts a deserved 1–0 lead. The Mexican side controlled much of the first h

Josue Lopez

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FC Cincinnati Opens Second Round of CCC Strong, Wins 3-0 Against Tigres UANL.

CINCINNATI, OH - FC Cincinnati takes a commanding 3-0 victory at home in the first leg of the tie against Tigres UANL in Cincinnati. FC Cincinnati came off of consecutive losses in MLS regular season play, held scoreless and ultimately losing 0-1 in both matches. Pat Noonan's side lined up a bit differently from past matches, in a 3-5-2 with a deep-lying defensive midfielder in Sami Gidi with Obinna Nwobodo and Pavel Bucha as two box-to-box midfielders on either side of the

Kenta Hagiwara

Mar 125 min read

International

Atlético Madrid Advance to Champions League Semifinals Despite 2–1 Loss to Barcelona (Agg: 3–2)

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France Hold Off Brazil 2–1 in Intense Clash Despite Red Card Drama

By Alonso Contreras France national football team secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Brazil national football team in a high-intensity encounter filled with drama, quality, and late pressure. France struck first in the 32nd minute through Kylian Mbappé, who finished a quick counterattack after being set up by Ousmane Dembélé. The goal capped off a sharp attacking sequence and gave France a deserved lead heading into halftime. Brazil responded with urgency after the break,

Mar 301 min read

Croatia Edge Colombia 2–1 in Hard-Fought Encounter

By Alonso Contreras Croatia national football team came from behind to secure a 2–1 victory over Colombia national football team in a competitive and physical contest defined by early goals and late resistance. Colombia made a dream start, striking in just the 2nd minute through Jhon Arias, who finished from close range to give the hosts an immediate advantage. The early goal energized Colombia, who looked dangerous in the opening minutes, creating chances through Luis Díaz a

Mar 302 min read

US Soccer

United States Women's National Team 0–1 Japan Women's National Team

By Ruben Santa-Cruz Japan secured a disciplined 1–0 victory over the United States, with an early first-half strike proving enough to separate the sides in a tightly contested match. The decisive moment came in the 27th minute, when Maika Hamano finished brilliantly with a left-footed effort into the top right corner after being set up by Maya Hijikata. The goal capped off a confident opening spell from Japan, who looked sharp and organized in possession. The United States re

Rubwn Santa-Cruz

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Belgium Run Riot in 5–2 Victory Over USA

By Alonso Contreras Belgium national football team produced a dominant second-half performance to defeat United States men's national soccer team 5–2 in an entertaining, high-scoring clash. The match started brightly for the United States, who took the lead in the 39th minute through Weston McKennie, finishing from close range after a well-worked corner routine. The hosts looked energetic and dangerous, creating multiple chances through Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun.