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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.

MLS rebuilds: Which teams have strengthened in 2024?

Many teams, including the MLS Cup champions Columbus Crew, have been quiet during the offseason, choosing to focus on their winning squads instead of changing things up. Others have made big moves since the close of the 2023 season.

Premier League best bets: Blades, Hammers and an Arsenal struggling to fire

There are many storylines worth following within the five EPL games airing this weekend. Here’s where we think the best bets are hiding.

Jordan Henderson leaves Saudi Pro League after disastrous six months

The Saudi Pro League made big moves last season, signing stars Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, Sadio Mane and Karim Benzema for salaries reportedly exceeding $400K per week.

The three most interesting MLS teams as preseason gets underway

There are plenty of narratives to follow as MLS warms up for the 2024 season, but some are more compelling than others.

AS Roma fires Jose Mourinho: What's next for the divisive coach?

Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho exploded into the public consciousness 20 years ago, fueled by his impressive underdog Champions League victory with Porto in 2004. In that time, Mourinho has divided opinion like no other coach; depending on who you talk to, he's either a genius or a charlatan, a generational talent or a complete fraud.

Everton, Nottingham Forest face Premier League punishments

The Premier League returned to action over the weekend after a two-week hiatus, but for Everton and Nottingham Forest, it was not exactly sweet.

Australian Open best bets: Who do we like besides the Joker?

The Australian Open is more than just the big guns like Novak Djokovic. Yardbarker's Alyssa Clang shares a few names to keep an eye on in the early rounds.

American star Christian Pulisic rounding into form in Italy

American soccer star Christian Pulisic has found his footing in Italy.

Premier League Game of the Week: Is anyone available to play for Spurs and Man United?

When Spurs and Manchester United meet this week, many of their stars will be missing. So what's left to bet on? Plenty, according to YB's soccer expert Alyssa Clang. 

Premier League best bets: A bite-sized sampling after a long break

The bad news is there are only five EPL games this weekend. The good news is they're all great games.

Jadon Sancho's dramatic United saga ends with Dortmund return

Jadon Sancho disappointed in several areas with Manchester United, perhaps most notably in his conduct and professionalism. He'll have a chance to get his head clear back at Borussia Dortmund, now.

Team principal Guenther Steiner departs Haas F1 team

Guenther Steiner, the charismatic Formula One team principal, has departed from his post at Haas.

Franz Beckenbauer was the heart of America's first soccer 'super team'

Franz Beckenbauer — the German defender affectionately known as Der Kaiser —  achieved plenty across his peerless career. 

What's next for World Cup wunderkind Kylian Mbappe?

It's the transfer story that never ends.

'My objective is clear': MLS top scorer Denis Bouanga plots European return

LAFC is one of the most consistent and competent franchises in MLS. It made it all the way to the MLS Cup Final in 2022 and 2023, taking home the trophy on its first attempt and just missing out to the Columbus Crew on its second.

Premier League betting flashback: How did we do in the first half?

The Premier League returns this weekend after a two-week absence, and we can’t wait to dig into the second half of the season. But first, let’s a look back on the first 19 matchdays of the season. How have we done so far?  

Rafael Nadal withdraws from Australian Open with hip injury

The tennis season begins in earnest next weekend at the Australian Open, but one of the sport's brightest stars won't be there to compete.

Everything you need to know about billionaire's investment in Manchester United

But what exactly did Ratcliffe acquire? What does he control within Manchester United? Who is helping him? And how will it impact fans?

Where Messi, Lloris, other MLS stars will open 2024 season

The Columbus Crew lifted the 2023 MLS Cup a month ago, but preparations for the league's next season are already in full swing.

Hugo Lloris to LAFC: What the World Cup-winning goalkeeper can bring to MLS

Lionel Messi and Thiago Almada won't be the only World Cup winners competing for the MLS Cup next year.

Premier League futures: Checking in on the title challengers at mid-season

We have a genuine four-horse race in the Premier League. Who will ultimately break through to win the 2023-24 EPL title — Arsenal, Aston Villa, Liverpool or Manchester City? Or will it be a total shocker?

Premier League Game of the Week: Can Liverpool's indifference smother Newcastle's fire?

Will Liverpool crush Newcastle like the irrelevant interlopers it believes it to be? Or will Newcastle throw a wrench in Liverpool’s title challenge and show the Reds how much it matters?

Premier League best bets: The second act begins as the festive season ends

Welcome to Matchday 20 of the Premier League, the last weekend of the festive season. We’ve officially made it halfway through the season. 

Which teams are aligned with, against proposed European Super League?

With the Super League back on the table, Europe's biggest clubs must decide whether they're more interested in protecting the standards of continental soccer or protecting their own accounts.

Premier League Game of the Week: Liverpool and Arsenal battle for first

Before this Premier League season began — before Kevin De Bruyne limped off in the opening game, before Aston Villa became unlikely giant killers, before Luton Town’s stadium was even ready for visitors—Manchester City had a 90.2% chance of winning the title.  Think about that.