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Happy Friday! We are experiencing one more summery day before the temperatures go down and rain comes in just in time for the weekend. Not the best luck, but maybe it will motivate me to get some things done over said weekend. Enjoy the summer vibes while you can! USL Championship Player of the Month Nominees – September (USL Championship)

It's getting colder, and though the 13 seasons of the DMV are well known, the ones immediately on the horizon I can manage better than the swamp broil. On to the news! D.C. United can't solve SC Paderborn 07 in 1-0 friendly loss: Match report- Green Line Soccer I thought for a sec about doing a playful gaslighting gag about how Jason left y'all hanging without a match report for the SC Paderborn friendly, but the idea he wouldn't deliver is too outlandish for the form.

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We have a friendly tonight, as DC United takes to the pitch at Audi Field to welcome Bundesliga side SC Paderborn 07 to town. With the extended international break, the Black-and-Red has created an opportunity for their players to stay sharp and for others to get some playing minutes. Paderborn is a team that was just recently promoted to the Bundesliga, finishing third in the 2.

Welcome to Wednesday everyone. We've got a lot of news today. There were plenty of international call ups for the Spirit and DC Power and the USMNT played. Let's hop straight to it. USWNT roster named ahead of October international window (SSFC) This international window, the USWNT will play a pair of huge friendlies against the top ranked women's team in the world, Spain.

Good morning DC Footy Folk! Not much from me this morning other than some sore legs from pick up soccer last night! Let's jump into the footy news! Atlanta revealed the new team name and crest for the team that will debut in 2028. I think the general online consensus is "love the crest, hate the name". I think the trend of naming American teams United, FC, or City should be gone!

Happy Monday, everyone. It was a Nor'easter weekend for us, wet and dreary. We dry off on this Monday by reviewing some of the news from the weekend: Youth shine as USMNT breeze past Peru (SSFC) The USMNT played down in Orlando, and the youth movement is here! It was a 4-1 win by the home team. Washington Spirit stunned by late Angel City FC goal in 1-0 loss: Match report (Green Line Soccer)

DC United takes to the field tonight in the Pacific Northwest when they cross the border to take on the Vancouver Whitecaps. The Black-and-Red are coming off a controversial loss to Charlotte FC last weekend, but it's #MLSAfterDark action that will have us up late tonight. In the middle of the international break, the team is focused on trying to get the win on the road against a team they haven't beaten since July 14, 2018...the match that opened up Audi Field.

Saturday night, the Washington Spirit (14-4-7) return to Audi Field to face off against Angel City FC (11-6-8). Heading into Week 25 of the season, the Spirit are sitting at second in the table and Angel City have fought their way to sixth. With only five games left, every team is hungry for a win. During today's pregame press conference, head coach Adrián González said, "Honestly, we are not thinking about playoffs.

Happy Friday! D.C. United Acquires $75,000 in 2026 GAM from Chicago Fire FC in Exchange for a 2026 International Roster Slot (D.C. United)If you're not going to use the slot, you might as well trade it for some Garberbucks. In news that came as a major relief to those of us who watched Washington Spirit's game against Chicago Stars last weekend, …

Welcome to Thursday. OK, enough chit chat. On to the news! The Spirit organization houses international quality talents, and the callups of Gabby Carle, Tamara Bolt, and Sandy MacIver to their respective national teams are a testament to that dedication to quality acquisition. The Bolt Brazil callup (her first ever) is especially gratifying, hope she gets some time to show her stuff in the upcoming break.

Welcome to Wednesday. Sorry for the late FKs this morning. Running a bit behind. Let's get to it. Thomason brace leads DC Power FC past Fort Lauderdale United FC (DP) DC Power played a weekday matinee match at Audi and came away with all three points. Tatum Thomason scored her first two professional goals to give DC their first home win of the season.

DC Power FC rode a brace from Tatum Thomason to a late win against Fort Lauderdale United FC on Tuesday afternoon at Audi Field. Thomason's two goals were enough to offset Abi Hugh's goal for the visitors. It was a sloppy, slow match on what was a wet and dreary midday match at Audi Field, and while the team didn't play to their best, they were happy to take the win.

Good morning DC Footy Folk! It's been awhile since I've been able to use the "rainy" Freedom Kicks theme. Make sure you have an umbrella ready with you most of this week! Anyways, let's go to the footy news! DC Power are playing a rare (and rainy) weekday game today at Audi today. You can pop the second half on during lunch if you have Peacock.

DC Power FC is back at Audi Field for a weekday matchup as they take on Fort Lauderdale United FC. DC Power is coming off a draw last Friday night against the Tampa Bay Sun and hope to get some more points to stay above the playoff line. Currently, DC Power sits fourth in the USL Super League standings with 8 points from 6 matches, 2 points behind Dallas Trinity and Sporting Jacksonville.

In dire need of a 'Get Right' game, the Washington Spirit headed to the Get Right Warehouse that is a match against the Chicago Stars. The job would be more complicated for the Spirit than other teams, as the Stars announced the hire of Vlatko Andonovski days before the game, giving the club, players and fans a light at the end of the tunnel.

Happy Monday, everyone. Tomorrow, we enter the autumnal equinox, and we will be officially in Fall. My favorite season. it means we're about to enter the best season of the year: Hoodie SZN. I'm definitely ready for the cool temps. Here we go, let's recap what was a busy weekend! Controversial call denies DC United points in loss to Charlotte FC (DP)

This Sunday, the Washington Spirit (13-4-7) are visiting the Windy City to take on the Chicago Stars (5-2-17). Although the Stars have officially fallen out of playoff contention, the winds of change may finally be blowing in their favor. Remember a few weeks ago when the Spirit were in a terrible August slump and I told you not to panic? It’s still not time to panic, but if you’re tuning in for Sunday’s match, you may want to practice deep breathing techniques and designate a trusted adult to do a wellness check on Monday morning.

DC United saw an apparent 75th minute goal by Louis Munteanu not counted, and the Black-and-Red lost to Charlotte by a 2-1 score before 15,073 at Audi Field on Saturday night. Lucas Bartlett's early second half goal was able to equal out an Ashley Westwood first half goal, but Allan Saint Maximin's second half goal ultimately was the difference. "In the end, you know, we deserve more.

DC United is back on the pitch at Audi Field tonight as they welcome Charlotte FC to town. DC Power is hoping to make it 7 points from 3 matches during this home stand and to hopefully move closer to the playoff line. Head coach René Weiler wants the team to maximize their home results so that they don't lament dropped points at the end of the season.

DC Power FC saw another home match end with lost points as they battled back to a 1-1 draw against Tampa Bay Sun on Friday night. Shea Connors opened the scoring for Tampa Bay, while Emma Jaskeniec got the equalizer in her first touch off the bench. "I can't be satisfied with the result," head coach Omid Namazi said after the match.

DC Power FC is back at Audi Field tonight as they host Tampa Bay Sun in a battle for 3rd place in the USL Super League standings. DC Power is coming off a road loss to Dallas Trinity, while Tampa Bay defeated Fort Lauderdale United last weekend. DC is looking to get back in the win column, but desperately want to do so at home.

DC United is midway through September and is entering the final 10 matches of the regular season. The club is hoping to get another win this weekend against Charlotte FC to once again approach the …

It's Friday! I've got a fair amount of news for you today, and we're looking at a couple of beautiful days before a cold and rainy start to Fall. Sounds like a lovely day. Pochettino calls in 28-man USMNT roster for September-October friendlies (SSFC)Mauricio Pochettino has announced the roster for USMNT's upcoming games, and it's sporting a lot of new, younger faces.

DC United is midway through September and is entering the final 10 matches of the regular season. The club is hoping to get another win this weekend against Charlotte FC to once again approach the playoff line. One of the men in the midfield who has played all but 10 minutes in the 9 matches since the end of the World Cup break is Andre Dozzell, who…

After the summer transfer window has completed, DC United has maintained its club profile status. Today, Major League Soccer released the updated club profiles for each of the 30 teams in the league. DC United, as they were when the club profiles were announced at the beginning of the season, has positioned itself as a U22 Initiative roster. With a U22 Initiative club profile, a club can have up to two Designated Players and up to four U22 Initiative Players.

Lot of new faces on the roster!

Happy 1st USMNT Roster drop for a fresh new cycle! Let me just link that up for you- what's that, now? It comes out some awkward time midday? Such is life for a Freedom Kick contributor who really likes posting them. On to the news! Sources: Union's Sullivan, 16, set for first USMNT call-up- ESPN The leaks are flying. It seems we'll all have to commit Cavan's name pronunciation to memory at this point.

Welcome to Wednesday everyone. I don't have much by way of a soccer intro for everyone today. Up here in the Northland, it feels like we have finally reached true fall, which is probably my favorite time of year weather-wise. Things have started to cool off and the mosquitoes have returned to whatever hell they were forged in. Of course now that I write this, it will probably race back into the 90's next week.

Good morning DC Footy Folk! Today is the start of Hispanic Heritage Month (and independence day for many countries in Latin America)! In honor of that, here is an interesting video from a years back featuring Sofia Huerta and Ashley Sanchez talking about what it means to them to be Latina! Let's jump into the footy news! D.C. United’s Away Match Against FC Cincinnati Rescheduled for October 21…

Happy Monday, everyone. Well, it wasn't really a happy weekend on the soccer field for our teams. Let's get into it: DC United claws its way to scoreless draw against Atlanta United (DP) DC United had the only result of the weekend, and it was a scoreless draw where they had a total of 4 shots Washington Spirit struggle in 3-0 home loss to Boston Legacy: Match report (Green Line Soccer)

DC Power FC takes to the road tonight as they face off against Dallas Trinity FC at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas. DC Power was able to get the draw last weekend against Sporting Jacksonville, but want to get back to their winnings ways. Currently, DC Power sits third in the USL Super League table with 7 points from 4 matches, but they are 3 points under Sporting Jacksonville and 5 points behind Carolina Ascent for the top spot.

DC United wasn't able to muster much on the night, but before 14,189 at Audi Field on Saturday night they were able to leave with a scoreless draw against Atlanta United. In a match where Atlanta held a lot of the possession, they kept a clean sheet and earned the point. "We didn't play the best game," head coach René Weiler said after the match.

This week, the Washington Spirit (13-4-6) return to Audi Field to face off against Boston Legacy FC (6-5-12). A key challenge for the Spirit will be executing a winning game strategy against an expansion side that has yet to define its identity. During Saturday's pregame press conference, head coach Adrián González noted that the Legacy have arguably undergone the most changes this season in terms of playing style and lineups.

DC United hope to stay in the win column tonight as they take on Atlanta United at Audi Field. The Black-and-Red were able to get a 2-1 victory in their last outing on Wednesday night, defeating the Columbus Crew for their first win since July 25th. Battles between Atlanta United have been just that: fierce, tough competitions that lately have ended in stalemate.

Plus: Jordan Farr and I flirt with USL Nerdery!

Happy Friday! A friend has asked me to watch the Manchester Derby with her this weekend (or at least as much as we can before the Spirit game, OF COURSE), and I'm not sure what I should do to prepare. How do I decide who to root for? Do I need to learn about men's soccer? In ENGLAND?? United Soccer League Introduces New Revenue-Sharing Model as Part of Broader Vision for Growth (USL)

Apologies for the late posting, but stuff happened! Certainly two somethings, thanks to a Tai Baribo brace, all adding up to one something, which was a win, which secured us three somethings in the form of points which we desperately need for our pursuit of a playoff berth! OK, no more rambling. On to the news! D.C. United hold off Columbus Crew for crucial 2-1 win: Match report- Green Line Soccer…

DC United had to hold on to defeat the Columbus Crew 2-1 on Wednesday night before a crowd of 10,115 at Audi Field. Tai Baribo was the hero for the Black-and-Red with two first half goals, while Santi Rodriguez had the goal for the Crew. The match started out fairly slow as both teams tried to gain a footing, and neither side had any shots on goal in the first 10 minutes.