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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.

February 27, 2023  |  Formula One

Five takeaways from Formula 1 preseason testing

While preseason testing is notoriously difficult to judge -- each team runs unique fuel loads, tires, engine modes and testing strategies -- this year's session provided the world with a few clear takeaways.

February 24, 2023  |  Soccer

St. Louis soccer fans prepare for historic MLS debut

Expansion team St. Louis City FC will kick off its inaugural season in the MLS at home Saturday against Austin FC.

February 23, 2023  |  Soccer

MLS commissioner: League eyeing Las Vegas, San Diego for expansion

MLS commissioner Don Garber cited Las Vegas and San Diego as likely markets for future MLS franchises. "We do need more teams," Garber told the Associated Press.

February 23, 2023  |  Soccer

Streaming-influenced MLS playoff changes confirmed ahead of 2023 season kickoff

MLS has confirmed changes to the league's playoff structure just two days before the start of the 2023 season, changes that were largely influenced by the league's deal with Apple TV.

February 22, 2023  |  Soccer

Blowout loss to Real Madrid casts a gloom over Liverpool

It was supposed to be a renaissance, the grand debut of the true Liverpool squad of 2023, but Real Madrid conquered them once again, defeating them 5-2.

February 21, 2023  |  FC Barcelona

Bribery scandal plagues Barcelona ahead of crucial Europa League test

Barcelona will play Manchester United on Thursday to secure its European future, but the club also faces a simmering controversy about relationships with Spanish referees.

February 20, 2023  |  Paris Saint-Germain

Last-gasp Messi goal seals vital win for Paris Saint-Germain

Lionel Messi scored a dazzling 95th-minute free kick Saturday to clinch Paris Saint-Germain's 4-3 victory over sixth-place LOSC Lille.

February 20, 2023  |  Soccer

Playoff changes spark confusion ahead of MLS season kickoff

Major League Soccer kicks off its 28th season this weekend, but questions about its playoff system remain unanswered at the highest levels.