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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.

How high can Colorado Rapids rise in MLS postseason?

A last-place finish in the Western Conference and an embarrassing valuation — that was the story for Colorado in 2023. But in 2024, the narrative is flipped.

USMNT stars light up Italy's Serie A

American players are shining across Europe's top leagues, from Chris Richards in England's Premier League to Folarin Balogun in France's Ligue 1. But Italy's Serie A—one of the oldest, toughest and most celebrated leagues in Europe—has emerged as an unlikely home for several key USMNT stars.

MLS Golden Boot race: Can Inter Miami's Lionel Messi make up for lost time?

Five games remain in the 2024 Major League Soccer regular season, and everything — from the Supporters' Shield to the final playoff spots — is still up for grabs.

Premier League Game of the Week: Man City, Arsenal and the myth of the 'season decider'

Man City vs. Arsenal. First vs. second. It may not be the season decider the media wants it to be, but it's going to be a thriller all the same. Here are the bets Yardbarker's Alyssa Clang is looking at as the game ticks closer. 

Premier League best bets: A Midlands Derby and a South Coast standoff

Weekends like this are a great opportunity to check in on other parts of the EPL table. Here's what Yardbarker soccer expert Alyssa Clang is following in Matchday 5. 

Jhon Duran's Premier League rise highlights what is — and isn't — working in MLS

Duran has blossomed in England after getting a start with Chicago in MLS. His story highlights some successes, and failures, of the American league as it struggles for international respect.

Atlanta United's playoff challenge hinges on Miami rematch

To move forward, Atlanta must recapture some of its past magic from May.

Champions League returns: Key battles coming up in Matchday 1

The UEFA Champions League kicks off this week with a brand new format and an expanded number of teams and games.

Riqui Puig lights up the Galaxy's statement-making El Trafico win

When the halftime whistle blew in Saturday's El Trafico match between the LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC, the mood in Dignity Health Sports Park was grim.

Ohio, California teams in spotlight as MLS gears up for rivalry weekend

MLS has given rise to two unlikely budding dynasties in Ohio and Southern California.

Diego Gomez stars in Inter Miami's surprisingly forward-thinking roster

Diego Gomez's growth over the 2024 season proves that Miami is more than just the Fab Four.

Premier League Game of the Week: A tale of two midfields in the North London derby

The North London derby between Spurs and Arsenal is one of the biggest games on the Premier League calendar. Here are the bets that Yardbarker's soccer expert Alyssa Clang is watching. 

Which players could Mauricio Pochettino leverage to change USMNT's fortunes?

New USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino has his work cut out for him, but there a few moves he could make immediately which might help the perpetually listless team.

Premier League best bets: A fresh start after the international break?

Welcome to Matchday 4 of the Premier League. Yardbarker's soccer expert Alyssa Clang shares where she believes the best bets are. 

USMNT draws New Zealand but secures next coach on roller-coaster day

It was a strange, up-and-down evening for the United States Men's National Team in Cincinnati.

Farewell to Alex Morgan, the NWSL's greatest champion

After hanging up her soccer cleats for good, Morgan leaves behind a peerless legacy: two World Cups, an Olympic gold medal, a Champions League title and more. But her tireless advocacy for women's soccer in America should not be lost amid those trophies.

Thanks to Columbus' MLS coach, USMNT could look different soon

As the USMNT prepares to kick off a new era Saturday under interim coach Mikey Varas, the trend of ignoring MLS players in favor of U.S. players who play overseas may be ending.

Will Atlanta United's bold back-room moves transform its season?

With eight games remaining in the MLS regular season, Atlanta has risen to ninth place — good enough for the final playoff berth and with plenty of potential to move up higher. But what did it do? And can its success be replicated by other struggling franchises?

USMNT enters post-Copa matches in a haze of uncertainty

It's been two months since Gregg Berhalter's firing and no new coach has been hired to replace him.

Premier League Game of the Week: Man United and Liverpool are more similar than they appear

Here are the bets Yardbarker soccer expert Alyssa Clang is eyeing when United and Liverpool face off at Old Trafford on Sunday. 

What's next for Williams Racing, Logan Sargeant after midseason driver switch?

Williams Racing made a bold choice to replace Logan Sargeant midway through the season. What's next for all parties involved?

Premier League best bets: The table begins to take shape

Welcome to Matchday 3 of the Premier League season. It's been a wild first two weekends, but this should be the time when things start making some sense. Here are the bets Yardbarker soccer expert Alyssa Clang is eyeing up. 

Where playoff-bound Inter Miami gets production with Lionel Messi out

With a win over FC Cincinnati on Saturday, its seventh straight in Major League Soccer play, Inter Miami became the first league team to qualify for the postseason. How has Miami been able to do it with star Lionel Messi missing more than half the team's games?

The underrated player behind Columbus Crew's impressive trophy run

He was the man of the match against LAFC in Sunday's Leagues Cup final, and it was his clever move (and eventual assist) that opened the scoring for Columbus.