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The USWNT wins in Hartford and continues to build the future
By Juan Carlos Maygua Following the unexpected defeat in Philadelphia, the USWNT returned to action in Connecticut. Despite having both fixtures days apart, the team was expected to see changes or improvements this time around. This is not only because the team has the roster to get the result, but also because of the standards that manager Emma Hayes has set. Nevertheless, closing the international friendly fixtures with a win is always positive. A bright future ahead

Area Sports Network HQ
Oct 273 min read


FC Cincinnati Win the Hell is Real Derby Best-of-Three Opener.
By Kenta Hagiwara FC Cincinnati won their first of a potential three matches against in-state rivals Columbus Crew at home, a 78th minute goal the difference in a 1-0 win for the Orange and Blue. Both Pat Noonan and Wilfried Nancy played a similar 3-back system, both sides having attacking minded wingbacks that pressed high up the pitch in possession, and defended in a defensive minded 5-back shape when out of possession. A few differences in their system - Nancy’s Crew ofte

Area Sports Network HQ
Oct 274 min read


Head of Sport Jochen Schneider and Head Coach Sandro Schwarz Out at Red Bull
After the New York Red Bulls missed the MLS Playoffs for the first time in 15 seasons, the club announced major organizational changes. Julian de Guzman is the new Head of Sport, part of a "long-term succession plan" following Jochen Schneider's departure to return to family in Europe.
Additionally, Head Coach Sandro Schwarz will not return for the 2026 season, despite leading the team to an MLS Cup Final appearance in 2024. A search for a new coach is underway.

Daniel Rebain
Oct 272 min read


Lionel Messi Golden Boot 2025
🏆 Golden Boot Triumph Messi claimed the 2025 MLS Golden Boot presented by Audi by finishing the regular season with 29 goals , the highest total since 2019. He scored the 29 goals in just 28 appearances , putting his goals‑per‑game average at approximately 1.03 , second only to Carlos Vela’s 2019 rate of 1.10 among post‑2005 Golden Boot winners. Messi also provided 19 assists , making his total 48 goal contributions (goals + assists) the second‑most in a single regular seas

Alonso Contreras
Oct 202 min read


MLS Decision Day
Key Storylines Playoff positioning & finish In the Eastern Conference, Nashville SC secured the 6th seed with a 16‑12‑6 record despite dropping their season finale 5‑2 to Inter Miami CF. The loss didn’t prevent their playoff berth, but left questions about momentum. On the opposite end, D.C. United concluded a fraught campaign by drawing 1‑1 with Atlanta United in the finale and finishing dead last in the league with a 5‑18‑11 record. Elsewhere, New York Red Bulls’ playoff s

Alonso Contreras
Oct 203 min read


Spirit advances to the knockout stages of the Concacaf W Championship in dominant fashion
The Washington Spirit went into Wednesday night’s match against CF Monterrey Femenil with one main objective: to get to the semifinals of the Concacaf W Championship. The Spirit needed a draw to go through. Rosemunde Kouassi, surrounded by her teammates, is celebrating her goal against CF Monterrey Femenil on Wednesday night. Photo Credit: Washington Spirit The Spirit did just that as they defeated Monterrey in a convincing fashion in front of their fans at Audi Field in Was

Mario Amaya
Oct 175 min read


Haji Wright’s Heroic Brace Gives USMNT a 2-1 Win Over Australia in Colorado
By: Riccardo Cominelli | Photos By: Brian Martagon The U.S. Men’s National Team came from behind to defeat the Australian Socceroos 2–1 at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park last night, thanks to a heroic brace from forward Haji Wright. The result capped off a successful international window for the USMNT, following their 1–1 draw against Ecuador earlier in the week. The United States will now review the performances and feedback from the October window as they prepare for November f

Riccardo Cominelli
Oct 153 min read


UEFA Qualifiers Summary
By Adam Luna UEFA qualifying for the 2026 World Cup involves 12 groups (Groups A–L). Group winners qualify directly; runners-up go into playoff paths. The current stage is Matchday 7 & 8 (of the group stage), with the final matchdays still to come. Key Matches & Results Here are some of the standout results and performances from the latest rounds: Match / Group Result What Stood Out England vs Latvia (Group K) England 5-0 Latvia England sealed qualification with this match —
Adam Luna
Oct 152 min read


Argentina 6-0 Puerto Rico
By Alonso Contreras Date & Venue : October 14, 2025, at Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Original plan / relocation : The match was initially scheduled for October 13 at Soldier Field in Chicago, but was moved due to logistic and security concerns (including low ticket sales and unrest in Chicago). Result : Argentina 6 – 0 Puerto Rico Purpose : The game served as part of Argentina’s international friendly window, in preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Lineups, Ke

Alonso Contreras
Oct 152 min read


Japan 3-2 Brazil
By Rene Vidal Date & Location : October 14, 2025, at Ajinomoto Stadium (Tokyo) Result : Japan 3 – 2 Brazil Significance : This was Japan’s first-ever victory over Brazil in men’s international football, ending a 13-match winless record (11 losses, 2 draws) in previous meetings. First Half: Brazil in Command The opening 45 minutes largely belonged to Brazil. Coach Carlo Ancelotti fielded a somewhat rotated lineup (though retaining Casemiro, Bruno Guimarães, and Vinícius Júnior

Rene Vidal
Oct 153 min read


Late Goal Gives Austin FC a One-Goal Victory
PHOTO: LAFC Communications The last game of the week took place in Q2 Stadium between Austin FC; looking to secure a spot in the playoffs, and Los Angeles Football Club; who played without its two best players due to National Team duty seeking for a first place at the same Wesgetn Conference. Nico Estévez had Brad Stuver in goal; Brendan Hensley, Guillermo Biro, and Martha Djordjevic on defense; Mikael Desker, Dani Pereira and captain and former LAFC player Ilie Sanchez; and

Josue Lopez
Oct 132 min read


Resilient U.S. Battles Back to Earn 1–1 Draw Against Ecuador in Austin
By Cristina Burgos The United States Men’s National Team showcased grit, composure, and determination in their opening fixture of the...

Area Sports Network HQ
Oct 113 min read


LAFC Defeats Toronto 2-0
PHOTO: LAFC Communications In a game that was rescheduled and that happened to be their last game at BMO Stadium. LAFC hosted Toronto FC....

Josue Lopez
Oct 92 min read


Philadelphia Union 1 – New York City FC 0
By Rene Vidal Philadelphia Union returned to winning ways at Subaru Park with a hard-fought 1–0 victory over New York City FC, a result...

Rene Vidal
Oct 83 min read


Inter Miami 4–1 New England Revolution
By Alonso Contreras Fort Lauderdale, FL – Inter Miami CF returned to their flowing best on a humid evening at Chase Stadium, dismantling...

Alonso Contreras
Oct 84 min read


Orlando City SC 1–1 Columbus Crew
By Alonso Contreras In a tightly contested Eastern Conference battle, Orlando City and Columbus Crew shared the spoils in a 1–1 draw...

Alonso Contreras
Oct 83 min read


Vancouver Whitecaps FC 4–1 San Jose Earthquakes
By Adam Luna Vancouver Whitecaps FC delivered one of their most commanding performances of the season, dismantling the San Jose...
Adam Luna
Oct 83 min read


Los Angeles Football Club 1–0 Atlanta United
By Alonso Contreras Los Angeles Football Club edged past Atlanta United with a narrow but deserved 1–0 victory at BMO Stadium, in a...

Alonso Contreras
Oct 83 min read


In His 100th Game as an LAFC Player, Denis Bouanga Gives Single-Goal Victory Against Atlanta United
PHOTO: LAFC Communications The first Sunday Nifht Soccer of the last month of the regular season had a thrilling East vs West battle...

Josue Lopez
Oct 62 min read


D.C. falls to Charlotte in their final home game of the season
The 2025 MLS season has not been kind to D.C. United, as its final home game of the season approached on Saturday afternoon. With the...

Mario Amaya
Oct 52 min read
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