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Coming off just its second road victory of the season, Real Salt Lake returned home looking to build momentum and steamrolled one of the hottest teams in Major League Soccer, defeating newly crowned U.S. Open Cup champion St. Louis City SC 3-0 Saturday night at America First Field.
Tottenham have been tipped as the club who could win the race for the signing of Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi this January. The talented young Frenchman shone in the Premier League last season, scoring an impressive 13 goals whilst still a teenager, and it seems inevitable that he’ll earn himself a big move soon. […] The post Source hopeful over Tottenham winning race for potential £100m transfer appeared first on CaughtOffside .
Sounders played well at times but were undone by some mistakes.
SPOKANE, Wash. – A seventh-minute goal from defender Terry Watson marked the difference Saturday evening as the Cal Poly men's soccer program sustained a 1-0 loss at Gonzaga.
Chicago Fire FC recorded their first-ever win at Atlanta United thanks to goals from Anton Salétros, Anzor Mekvabishvili and Philip Zinckernagel The post Chicago Fire FC 3-2 Atlanta United: Fire win for first time in Atlanta in MLS behind goals from Anton Salétros, Anzor Mekvabishvili and Philip Zinckernagel appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
FC Dallas scored all three goals after the 80th minute, including a Petar Musa brace, to beat San Jose 3-0 at home in a game it controlled throughout.
Stephen Afrifa's best match of the season is not enough for Sporting Kansas City Saturday night at Sporting Park versus Austin FC. The post Miscues doom Sporting Kansas City in loss to Austin FC appeared first on KC Soccer Journal .
Sounders will visit San Diego at 7:30 PM PDT on AppleTV.
Lineup notes for FC Dallas vs. San Jose, including starters, tactical changes, and key questions heading into kickoff.
Lionel Messi sits on the bench for Inter Miami’s October 24 MLS match against New York Red Bulls after a quick trip to Oviedo to receive the Princess of Asturias Award. Coach Cristian “Kily” Gonzalez cites rest, not injury, as the reason, noting Miami has already clinched a playoff spot and cannot challenge for the Supporters’ Shield. Messi, who scored twice in the previous 3‑1 win over Atlanta United, remains eligible to sub in the second half. Fillipi Riquelme starts up front, Luis Suárez captains, and the team eyes a fourth straight victory to lock second in the Eastern Conference.
Son Heung-min of LAFC, from the reverse fixture in July. The post LAFC vs. LA Galaxy Preview: Playoff Implications for Both Teams appeared first on HOOLIGAN SOCCER . The post LAFC vs. LA Galaxy Preview: Playoff Implications for Both Teams appeared first on HOOLIGAN SOCCER .
The Red Bulls host Inter Miami at Red Bull Arena with both teams on opposite streaks: New Jersey is looking to snap two straight losses after 0-2 defeats to Toronto FC and DC United, while Miami aims for a fourth consecutive win following 3-1, 2-0, and 4-0 victories over Atlanta, NYCFC and DC. Michael Bradley’s projected 4‑3‑3 features Ethan Horvath, Dylan Nealis, Jahkeele Marshall‑Ruty, Julian Bazan, Devin Padelford, Ronald Donkor, Adri Mehmeti, Mohammed Sofo, Cameron Harper, Cade Cowell and Julian Hall. Kily González lines up Inter Miami in a similar formation with Dayne St. Clair, Gonzalo Luján, Casemiro, Micael, Sergio Reguilón, Rodrigo De Paul, David Ayala, Matías Galarza, Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez and German Berterame. Both squads report no absences, setting up a clash of a struggling Red Bulls side against a hot‑streak Miami attack.
Inter Miami heads into MLS Matchday 31 against the New York Red Bulls without starting Lionel Messi, who will sit on the bench after a midweek trip to Spain where he received an award. Coach Kily González cites a tactical decision, noting Messi arrived only days ago from Europe. Miami, defending its 2025 MLS Cup title, also misses Tomas Allende, Fritzio Caicedo, Maximiliano Falco and Mateo Silvetti due to injuries and suspensions. The lineup features Luis Suárez, Casemiro and a solid backline, and a win would close the gap on Eastern Conference leaders Nashville SC, while the Red Bulls eye a postseason boost.
When Chicago Fire star Robert Lewandowski slammed Inter Miami ace Lionel Messi over his Ballon d'Or claim.
The 2026 Ballon d’Or race tightens as odds shift ahead of the October 26 ceremony in London. Harry Kane now leads bookmakers at 3/10, bolstered by a 61‑goal season for Bayern and England’s World Cup third‑place finish. Kylian Mbappé, despite Real Madrid’s empty trophy cabinet, climbs to second favorite with 42 goals for the club and the World Cup Golden Boot. Barcelona’s 19‑year‑old Lamine Yamal, a 2025 runner‑up, drops to third at 5/1 after a 24‑goal, 18‑assist campaign and Spain’s World Cup win. A Marca poll also ranks Kane first, Yamal second, Mbappé third, underscoring a tightly contested showdown.
The MLS regular-season finale pits the New York Red Bulls against Lionel Messi's Inter Miami on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at 5:30 PM ET in Harrison, NJ. Inter Miami sit second in the Eastern Conference with 55 points, while the Red Bulls cling to eighth with 36, making the clash crucial for both playoff hopes. Messi (23 goals, 13 assists) and Luis Suarez lead Miami’s attack, whereas Julian Hall (11 goals) and Jorge Ruvalcaba (8) spearhead New York. The game streams live on Apple TV, with a seven‑day free trial for new subscribers.
The Sounders visit San Diego FC at 7:30 PM PDT on AppleTV.
The former Liverpool right-back has been linked with a return to the Premier League after struggling for minutes at Real Madrid.
A full match preview for FC Dallas vs. San Jose in the 2026 MLS season, including key storylines, projected lineups, tactics, and what to watch.
Former Barcelona left‑back Jordi Alba predicts a win for Barça over Real Madrid in the upcoming El Clásico, citing Hansi Flick’s tactical improvements and the squad’s depth as key factors. Alba also reveals why he voted for Lionel Messi in this year’s Ballon d’Or, highlighting the Argentine’s influence on the team’s resurgence. The comments come ahead of the October 24, 2026 clash and reflect growing optimism around Barça’s season under Flick.
Barcelona will look to extend their advantage over Real Madrid to nine points when the Spanish champions host their rivals in Sunday’s El Clasico at Camp Nou. Hansi Flick’s side had been building towards the fixture as an opportunity to strengthen their position at the top of La Liga, but their preparations were disrupted by […] The article Barcelona face Real Madrid in El Clasico with La Liga lead at stake was written by Issa Said and first appeared on AfricaSoccer.com .
On Saturday night, Vancouver Whitecaps continue their quest to finish top of the Western Conference when they travel to Colorado Rapids for the final match of their five-match road trip. Despite still leading the pack, Vancouver have been through a rocky patch in recent weeks. But points at LAFC when down to ten men and against in-form St. Louis City FC showed signs of improvement, … Source
Welcome back, everyone. The Vancouver Whitecaps are closing out their road trip this weekend with a visit to the Colorado Rapids. The Rapids currently sit ninth, in the final play-in spot, and haven’t won in their last six matches. That stretch included a US Open Cup semifinal loss to St. Louis. With a tough schedule ahead, they’ll be looking to take advantage of home field … Source
The time for roster experimentation is over, and Seattle needs to settle their personnel debates in defense, midfield, and attack ASAP
In the latest episode of Sounder At Heart’s "What We Learned This Week," Tim Ostlund‑Foss and Jeremiah analyze Yeimar Gómez’s fresh injury, outlining its impact on his season and the Seattle Sounders’ roster heading into the crucial San Diego match. Host Brian Dunseth joins to preview the upcoming game, while the podcast notes its sponsors and ways fans can support the show.