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Today’s our last day here. Well, friends, today’s the day. Come tomorrow, this site will no longer be supported by SB Nation.
While this isn’t goodbye, it’s certainly a change. We’re thankful for the community that has grown around this site, and we’re hoping you all stick with us as we continue to cover D.C. United, Washington Spirit , Loudoun United, and all things soccer in the DMV!
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A quick PSA with more to follow Hi there. We’ve talked awhile back about how we’re going to be no longer supported by Vox, and were developing plans around that. So, in sum, we have. We’ve moved over to The District Press , where you’ll find content on D.C. United, the Washington Spirit , Loudoun United and heck, even a Freedom Kicks over there this very morning. Come on over, check us out, comment, leave feedback, what have you.
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Let’s keep a good thing going into the weekend MLS opening weekend is almost upon us! Unfortunately, the D.C. area is finally getting some real February weather, and we could even get some snow tomorrow. As a native Midwesterner, I do love snow, but the timing isn’t exactly ideal for spending an evening at Audi Field. Get your scarves out of the closet is what I’m saying!
3 things we learned about the USWNT from SheBelieves (Gaming Society) B&RU’s own...
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A magical night in Frisco. Happy Thursday, everyone. By the time you read this, I will be on my stupid early flight home to DC from Dallas, where I was for the finale of the SheBelieves Cup. We begin right there:
2023 SheBelieves Cup - USA 2-1 Brazil: Triumph in Texas as the USWNT take the trophy - SSFC
The USWNT beat Brazil 2-1 to win the 2023 SheBelieves Cup. Mallory Swanson was named the tournament’s MVP.
San Diego, Las Vegas top MLS ex...
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Stability? Who needs it? The MLS season kicks off this weekend. I’m excited, though maybe not necessarily prepared. Let’s get to the kicks!
Major League Soccer Announces Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs Format and Schedule (MLS) : MLS has a new playoff format, and you might need some more words to explain it to people.
MLS has a new playoff format, and it’s complicated (Pro Soccer Wire) : Fortunately, Jason Anderson has words ready to help explain this struct...
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And hopes for a sleepy holiday Monday Hi there, I’m sort of coming back to things after a weekend of child playdates, I assume not much happened?
D.C. United agrees to trade forward Miguel Berry to Atlanta for cash (WaPo): OK I guess?
Top 10 new MLS jerseys for 2023 (The 18): Dunno if the FC Dallas kit is better than D.C.’s (it’s not), but ‘tis the season. Dirty South Soccer with the right take.
Ranking The NWSL Stadiums (13th Man): Audi Field gets r...
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Loudoun’s coach and new additions spend some time with B&RU Loudoun United usually started the preseason with an incomplete squad, one of many challenges that the MLS-owned USL affiliate went through as part of their inherent DNA. And when D.C. United would return home for their final preseason days in past seasons, Loudoun welcomed players like Kevin Paredes, Ted Ku-DiPietro, and Luis Zamudio into their fold, and the preseason, with a full squad, could be complete...
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Another essential player sticking around for the long term As the start of the NWSL season nears, the Washington Spirit continued their signings and announced the extension of Dorian Bailey.
Our week is made with this news!! — Washington Spirit (@WashSpirit) February 16, 2023
Bailey’s re-signing keeps the Spirit’s midfield core together, as well as offering stability for the roster. Having played 50+ matches and totaled over 3,800 minutes ...
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