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Alyssa Clang

Alyssa is a Boston-born Californian with a passion for global sport. She can yell about misplaced soccer passes in five languages and rattle off the turns of Silverstone in her sleep. You can find her dormant Twitter account at @alyssaclang, but honestly, you’re probably better off finding her here.

Matt Turner redeems himself as USMNT holds Brazil to 1-1 draw

The stats were against the U. S. Men's National Team before a ball was kicked in Orlando on Wednesday afternoon.

San Diego FC set to begin MLS journey with Mexican superstar

San Diego FC will make its Major League Soccer debut next spring as the league's 30th franchise. The team has plenty of positives, from strong fan support to connections with the global Right to Dream soccer academy.

USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter under fire as Copa America draws near

 With a major tournament on the doorstep and the U.S. set to host the World Cup in 2026, the pressure is mounting on Berhalter.

Three MLS stars representing their nations at the 2024 European Championships

Several of MLS' biggest stars will represent their countries at the Euros. But who is leaving? How far will they make it in the Euros? And how will their MLS teams fare without them?

Three takeaways from new USWNT coach Emma Hayes' first games

Here are three takeaways on the USWNT in the early stages of Emma Hayes' reign.

Who will join Simone Biles on U.S. women's gymnastics team at Paris Olympics?

The United States Gymnastics Championships wrapped up over the weekend, leaving just one meet —the Olympic Trials in late June — to determine which five gymnasts will represent the United States' women's team at the Paris Olympics.

What's next for Alpine after Esteban Ocon's dismissal?

After weeks of speculation, Alpine and Esteban Ocon announced Monday they will be parting at the end of the 2024 Formula One season. Here's a look at some potential replacements.

Real Madrid defeats Borussia Dortmund 2-0 to win Champions League

Dortmund's strong start came courtesy of a handful of players with points to prove to their English audience. Jadon Sancho and Marcel Sabitzer were cruelly cast aside by Manchester United; Ian Maatsen was overlooked and rejected by Chelsea.

What to watch in Real Madrid-Borussia Dortmund Champions League final

The UEFA Champions League final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund has a number of compelling storylines.

Columbus enters rarefied air with CONCACAF Champions Cup final

Liga MX's Pachuca CF won't be the Columbus Crew's only opponent in Saturday's CONCACAF Champions Cup in Mexico.

Champions League best bets: Can Dortmund shock Real Madrid in the final?

Eight months. 30 teams. 124 games. We've seen a lot in the 2023-24 Champions League, but it all comes down to this: Real Madrid vs. Borussia Dortmund at Wembley Stadium in London on Saturday, June 1. 

Why Esteban Ocon's dramatic Monaco Grand Prix could hurt his F1 future

Aggression is a good quality for any Formula One driver — any person in an F1 cockpit must be prepared to make controversial calls to get ahead on the track.

'Magical' Real Salt Lake emerges as unexpected MLS title challenger

Inter Miami and Real Salt Lake met in Florida in February in the opening game of the 2024 MLS season. With both teams leading their conferences, Miami and Salt Lake could also meet for the title-deciding MLS Cup closing game.

'So painful': Does F1 need to liven up the Monaco Grand Prix?

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc won the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix this weekend in front of a rapturous home crowd. It was Leclerc's first win of the season and the first home win for a Monegasque driver in over 90 years.

Three things to look out for at the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix

Time for the vacation views at the Monaco Grand Prix. But what to make of Red Bull's wobbles?

The curious case of Emanuel Reynoso, MLS' most controversial player

Minnesota United's Emanuel Reynoso has had quite the time with the club, for better and worse.

Formula 1 best bets: Who will hit the jackpot at the Monaco Grand Prix?

Don't let the glitz and the glamour of the setting fool you: the Monaco Grand Prix is the ultimate test of endurance, skill and consistency. Who will pass that test in 2024? Here are the bets Yardbarker's Alyssa Clang is eyeing.

Why Toronto is enjoying an unexpected renaissance in MLS

Bernardeschi's renaissance points to a similar trajectory for Toronto, whose game Saturday night at home against worst-to-first Cincinnati squad could accelerate it.

Three key takeaways from England's preliminary Euro 2024 squad

England manager Gareth Southgate has announced his 33-man preliminary squad for the 2024 European Championships. The squad will shrink down to 26 players over the next few weeks as the team prepares for its tournament run.

How season is shaping up for U.S. Olympic hopefuls Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas

American gymnastics legends Simone Biles, 27, and Gabby Douglas, 28, entered 2024 with the same goal: to qualify for the Paris Olympics.

Three key takeaways from the USMNT's summer roster

The United States Men's National Team announced its 27-man summer roster Monday morning.

NYCFC vs. New York Red Bulls: Where MLS' Hudson River derby could be won or lost

The Hudson River Derby kicks off on Saturday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. ET.

Lightning speed and heavy history: What to expect at F1's 2024 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix

Formula 1 returns from its two-week absence on Sunday with a perennial favorite: the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola. It's F1's first visit to Imola since 2022.

Florida Derby draw shows Inter Miami needs work to succeed without Lionel Messi

Inter Miami needs to figure out how to succeed when Lionel Messi is not available to work his magic.

Premier League best bets: Tracking all the Decision Day madness

Welcome to Matchday 38 of 38 of the Premier League season, the last dance of 2023-24. What a year it has been. As the season comes to a close this Sunday, one key question remains: Who will win the title?