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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.

Three Premier League title contenders to watch

Finally, the season is here: Premier League will begin Friday with defending champion Liverpool hosting Bournemouth at Anfield. 

Unheralded depth players push MLS' wildest team into playoff contention

The most entertaining team in Major League Soccer isn't the one you're thinking of.

MLS' most beleaguered club finds new strength in Leagues Cup

The beleaguered club, last in MLS since the start of the season, pulled off two major victories over Tijuana and Santos Laguna to snatch a place in the knockout rounds.

Coach flips script for aspiring USMNT players

Go to Europe.  That's long been the refrain for any American soccer player hoping to make his debut with the U.S. Men's National Team. Go to Europe, sign with a recognizable club in a recognizable league, train with a top coach and don't worry about whether or not you're a consistent starter.

Tottenham Hotspur star's LAFC transfer raises eyebrows for the right reasons

There aren't many athletes like Son Heung-min, the Korean attacker who's set to join Los Angeles FC for a blockbuster transfer fee of $20M-$26M.

Leagues Cup FAQs: Getting to know MLS and Liga MX's summer soccer tournament

The 2025 Leagues Cup is set to kick off on Tuesday, July 29, with the defending champion Columbus Crew taking on Toluca at Lower.com Field.

Lionel Messi, Jordi Alba suspended for skipping MLS All-Star Game

Inter Miami stars Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba will be suspended for their upcoming Major League Soccer match against FC Cincinnati after both skipped the 2025 MLS All-Star Game without warning.

Los Angeles FC's shrewd transfer moves could make it a contender for MLS trophies

The race for Major League Soccer trophies has rarely been closer. Ten teams — five each in the East and West — are in contention for the MLS Supporters' Shield and MLS Cup.

No Messi, no problem: MLS thumps Liga MX in All-Star Game

It's the fourth time that the MLS All-Stars have faced the Liga MX All-Stars and the third time that they've been victorious.

Who is 'Little Motor,' the star midfielder expected to join Lionel Messi in Miami?

After weeks of speculation, Argentinian midfielder Rodrigo De Paul, a World Cup winner and Atletico Madrid legend, looks set to join Major League Soccer's Inter Miami, where he will reunite with former teammate Lionel Messi.

MLS All-Star Game: Key storylines driving 2025 edition

There are plenty of juicy storylines between these two familiar foes. Here are the biggest ones as they prepare for their fourth official All-Star meeting.

Evander overshadows Messi to push FC Cincinnati toward second trophy in three years

FC Cincinnati versus Inter Miami is one of Major League Soccer’s biggest games.  

MLS summer transfers: Could former top U.S. prospect land in L.A.?

Major League Soccer's summer transfer window, the league's most important time for buying and selling players, opens Thursday. It aligns with the European offseason, so more global players are available (and available at good prices) than at any other time of the year.

Chelsea beats PSG to close out controversial 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Chelsea FC beat Paris Saint-Germain, 3-0, to take home the 2025 Club World Cup. It's Chelsea's second straight international tournament victory this season after winning the UEFA Conference League in May.

Here's insane cash Club World Cup champ PSG or Chelsea will bag

On Sunday, France's Paris Saint-Germain and England's Chelsea will play for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup title.  The winner, having vanquished top teams from other FIFA regions, will be crowned the world's greatest club soccer team.

Club World Cup final: Who has the edge, PSG or Chelsea?

After four weeks and 62 matches, the FIFA Club World Cup is nearly over. Paris Saint-Germain of France and Chelsea of England will play for the championship on Sunday at 3 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. 

Three players on the rise for U.S. Men's National Team

The U.S. Men's National Team finished its packed slate of summer fixtures July 7 with a hard-fought 2-1 loss to Mexico in the Concacaf Gold Cup final. The USMNT that played in the final — indeed, the USMNT that played all summer — was a young, inexperienced group missing virtually all of its key athletes.

Mexico, U.S. rule region and other key takeaways from 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup

The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup ended Sunday night with Mexico beating the United States Men’s National Team 2-1 at sold-out NRG Stadium.

Mexico defeats USMNT to claim 2025 Gold Cup title

The USMNT has now finished its summer fixtures. It will reconvene in early September for friendlies against South Korea and Japan.

Diego Luna's rise proves annual 'Camp Cupcake' still has plenty to offer USMNT

When the United States Men’s National Team beat Guatemala to clinch its place in the 2025 Gold Cup final, 21-year-old Real Salt Lake attacker Diego Luna was the man who made it happen.

USMNT vs. Guatemala: Key takeaways from a tenacious Gold Cup semifinal

The United States Men's National Team beat Guatemala 2-1 in a sticky Gold Cup semifinal.

For Guatemala, Gold Cup semifinal against USMNT is a historic homecoming

The Central American nation — ranked 106th in the world, between Comoros and Tanzania — is making its first appearance in the Gold Cup semifinals since 1996.

Takeaways from USMNT's Gold Cup quarterfinal win over Costa Rica

The United States Men's National Team defeated Costa Rica on penalties after drawing 2-2 in regular time in their Concacaf Gold Cup quarterfinal on Sunday. 

'He's a baller': USMNT's Malik Tillman seizing opportunity at Gold Cup

Malik Tillman's soccer journey began in Germany, where he was raised a dual national by his German mother and American father.

USMNT-Costa Rica: A fierce rivalry explained in five matches

After a rough summer in which the U.S. Men's national Team lost to Turkey and Switzerland, the Americans have themselves back together. Next up in the Concacaf Gold Cup is Costa Rica.