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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.

Premier League Game of the Week: Man City-West Ham is not the top-four clash we expected

It's been two long weeks since our last Premier League Match of the Week — two weeks since Arsenal and Man United did us a solid by delivering on our predictions in grand style. Can Man City-West Ham live up to that one? YB's soccer expert Alyssa Clang has the answer.

Who's rising and falling as MLS playoffs loom

Lionel Messi isn't the only factor fueling Inter Miami as the MLS playoffs near. Examining the rising and falling teams in the league as we hit the stretch run of the season.

Premier League best bets: Will Bournemouth have recipe for Cherries Jubilee?

This weekend's EPL action features many knife-edge games between teams near each other in the table. And that’s great news for bettors. YB's soccer expert Alyssa Clang explains why.

Formula One scandal overshadows Singapore Grand Prix

There's plenty of off-track drama swirling around Sunday's Singapore Grand Prix in Formula One, involving a lawsuit and case fit for the movies.

Five takeaways from Gregg Berhalter's USMNT coaching return

Gregg Berhalter began his second stint in charge of the U.S. Men's National Team with back-to-back wins over Uzbekistan and Oman by an aggregate score of 7-0. It's a big statement of intent from Berhalter, who had a lot to prove upon his return to U.S. Soccer. 

New England Revolution facing all too familiar late-season slide

The New England Revolution is one of MLS's 'heritage' clubs. As part of the Original 10 league-founding teams in 1996, the Revs have more history than just about anyone, and they're beloved by MLS fans all over the country for their longevity and can-do spirit.

Leonardo Campana proves Inter Miami is more than just Lionel Messi

Inter Miami had an unenviable challenge this weekend: beating an in-form Sporting Kansas City without the help of star signing Lionel Messi.

USA vs. Uzbekistan: What to expect from Gregg Berhalter's first game back in charge

There's plenty to unpack about the return of Berhalter's USMNT. Got questions about this game? We've got answers.

Can Inter Miami survive must-win match without Lionel Messi?

Inter Miami has seen a resurgence following the arrival of Messi, but the club will be without the star, as well as several other key contributors, for a key upcoming match.

Spain fires World Cup-winning coach after years of controversy

Spain's women's national team may have won the World Cup, but it's firing victorious head coach Jorge Vilda.

Three reasons why Man U can't crack Premier League's top 10

At first glance, Manchester United's 2023 season doesn't look too bad. It has a win apiece against the Wolves and Nottingham Forest and a loss apiece against the Spurs and Arsenal.

Downforce: The culprit behind Alpine’s inconsistent 2023 season

French Formula One team Alpine has taken its fans on an emotional roller coaster in 2023.

Max Verstappen breaks Formula One consecutive win record at the Italian Grand Prix

Verstappen's run of dominance continued Sunday at the Italian Grand Prix and set a record in the process.

Premier League Game of the Week: How to bet on Arsenal vs. Man United

Arsenal vs. Man United is this Premier League weekend’s clear standout match: it’s got a little bit of everything, from a feverish historical rivalry to a defensive midfield throughline that could threaten to derail both team’s seasons. YB's soccer expert Alyssa Clang has the picks.

What to expect at the 2023 Italian Grand Prix

Formula One returns this weekend with its final European race of the season, the Italian Grand Prix, a stone-cold classic.

What to know about state of U.S. men's soccer team after hire of 'new' coach

After an eight-month search for a new head coach for the U.S. Men's National Team, U.S. Soccer finally found its man in June. The catch? He's not "new" at all.

Premier League best bets: Can Everton score its first goal of the season?

With three Premier League weekends down and 35 remaining, we’re starting to see who each of these teams really is. YB's Alyssa Clang is here with this weekend's best EPL bets.

Revolution sell goalie, keep MLS-to-Premier League pipeline flowing

Despite its long-held reputation, MLS is routinely nurturing young soccer talent and preparing it for careers in the biggest leagues in the world.

Coach John Herdman faces uphill climb at Toronto FC

Toronto FC finds itself in disarray and tied for the fewest points in MLS. Has the club found the right coach to help reverse its fortunes?

Inside the Williams renaissance, Formula One's feel-good story of the season

A team with a strong tradition and history in the sport has fallen on a long stretch of hard times, but things may be starting to change.

Simone Biles clinches eighth national title with 2024 Olympics on the horizon

It's been a long time since the world last saw Simone Biles competing. The American gymnast took time off after her difficult experience at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where she suffered from a condition known to gymnasts as "the twisties" and failed to compete in the women's team finals.

Max Verstappen equals long-standing F1 record at rainy Dutch Grand Prix

The rain was intense in the Netherlands Sunday morning, but it didn't dampen Max Verstappen's spirits.

LAFC aims to grab MLS headlines back from Messi

Messi-powered Inter Miami beat Cincinnati in the Leagues Cup semifinal earlier this week, but it isn't the only Major League Soccer team on a tear. On Wednesday, Los Angeles FC was busy beating the Colorado Rapids, 4-0, led by a standout performance from Carlos Vela and a Ryan Hollingshead stunner in the first half.

Women's World Cup winner Spain refuses to play under current leadership

Spain's Women's National Team won the World Cup just a few short days ago, but its incredible achievement has been overshadowed by the behavior of its national soccer federation.

What to expect from Formula One's Dutch Grand Prix

After a long summer break, Formula One racing resumes this weekend at one of the newest additions to the circuit's calendar: Circuit Zandvoort, a blustery coastal track in the Netherlands.