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Adam Booker

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Editor at OneFootball & Howler Magazine || Founder of The City Ramble & The Timber Review

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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 23m
My thoughts on this group of youngsters breaking into the USMNT picture, and how their story is different from the upcoming stars that have come before them ⤵️
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whatahowler.bsky.social @whatahowler.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
✍️ LAFC Were Right to Part Ways With Marc Dos Santos — What Comes Next? www.whatahowler.com/lafc-were-ri...
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LAFC Were Right to Part Ways With Marc Dos Santos — What Comes Next? - Howler Magazine
When LAFC named Marc Dos Santos head coach this winter, the reaction was lukewarm at best. On Sunday night, the club fired him, the first time in their short history that it has made a coaching change...
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Some quick thoughts on what was momentous friendly for the USMNT ⤵️
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Mauricio Pochettino has named an intriguing and downright refreshing USMNT September/October squad. I singled out four players worth keeping an eye in the friendlies ⤵️ www.whatahowler.com/four-players...
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Four Players to Watch as Pochettino Names Refreshed USMNT Roster – Howler Magazine
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
The era of cash transfers in MLS is upon us, and the last few weeks have totally reshaped how we will come to view the league and transfer windows going forward. My latest for Howler on a brave new world in MLS ⤵️ www.whatahowler.com/mls-cash-tra...
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MLS Cash Transfers: A New Era of Storylines Happening Off the Pitch – Howler Magazine
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
After Inter Miami hired another Messi-connected, inexperienced head coach this week, it's fair to wonder if the club will ever achieve their dream of being one of the world's biggest while a single star pulls the strings. My latest for @whatahowler ⤵️ www.whatahowler.com/can-inter-mi...
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Can Inter Miami Achieve Their Super-Club Dreams While Messi Pulls the Strings? – Howler Magazine
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
The proposed change to MLS playoff format has come under a ton of scrutiny in the last 24 hours. It has some fair advantages, but the biggest disadvantage of all is the complexity & unfamiliarity it will lay at the door of new/casual fans. My thoughts ⤵️ www.whatahowler.com/can-mls-affo...
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Can MLS Afford to Complicate The Playoff Format in a Period of Major Transition? – Howler Magazine
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Nashville SC are quietly on track for a historic season in MLS, and their statement win over Inter Miami on Saturday is proof that even the biggest hurdles are no big thing... #EveryoneN My thoughts on their rise to the summit ⤵️ www.whatahowler.com/nashville-sc...
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Nashville SC’s Climb to the MLS Summit Shows Culture & Competence Trumps Star-power – Howler Magazine
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
I have been ranting & raving about the many things up in the air as the future of MLS is set for major changes in the coming years. A piece on the league's quiet slip back into 'retirement league' waters and how new roster rules will impact that here ⤵️ www.whatahowler.com/has-mls-quie...
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Has MLS Quietly Slipped Back into ʻRetirement Leagueʼ Territory? – Howler Magazine
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David Beffert @dbeffert.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Some thoughts about the future of Leagues Cup as MLS changes rapidly in the next few years from @abooker17.bsky.social at Howler www.whatahowler.com/does-leagues...
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Does Leagues Cup Have a Future in the Rapidly Changing American Soccer Landscape? – Howler Magazine
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
It was one of those weeks for MLS — farcical investigations over outdated rules, star players leaving midseason. A week to remind us all why the coming changes are desperately needed. I wrote about that week for Howler ⤵️ ✍️ Full article: www.whatahowler.com/a-week-in-ml...
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A Week in MLS: Star Departures and Farcical Investigations Push Fans to the Edge – Howler Magazine
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David Beffert @dbeffert.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
Here @abooker17.bsky.social gets to the nub of it www.whatahowler.com/chicago-fire...
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
I wrote about the “support your local” debate raging in the United States during this World Cup ⤵️
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Austin hiring Jim Curtin could prove to be a sliding doors moment for a club looking to build sustained success in MLS. I wrote about why the hire is a major coup and potentially the perfect fit for the club long-term #AustinFC ⤵️ in-transition.ghost.io/jim-curtin-a...
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Jim Curtin: Austin's coaching coup and a manager worth backing
Austin FC have endured a miserable 2026. Currently sitting 14th in the Western Conference, they recently fired sporting director Rodolfo Borrell and head coach Nico Estévez following a dismal 3-5-7 st...
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
MLS fans the world over have seen the banner that read “F*ck off LAFC” at a Swiss football match over the weekend. I wrote about how the MLS club is at the heart of a battle for Switzerland’s most decorated football club ⤵️ in-transition.ghost.io/f-ck-off-laf...
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"F*ck Off LAFC": How the MLS club sparked a battle for Swiss football's most storied club
When Grasshopper Club Zürich hosted FC Luzern at the Letzigrund stadium on Saturday, the ultras who typically drive the atmosphere were conspicuously absent from their seats. In their place hung two b...
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
I will be covering the #USMNT World Cup journey this summer. Around every U.S. match, I will be publishing... 🔮 Predicted XI ⚽️ Match analysis on the whistle 🧠 Three things learned from match ➕ Plenty more Join me for the summer by subscribing ⤵️ in-transition.ghost.io
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In Transition — An American Soccer Newsletter
Covering the ever-changing landscape of the world's game in the Americas.
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Dusted off the ol’ In Transition newsletter write about how the future of MLS is so intrinsically linked to the upcoming World Cup in North America. Free for all to read ⤵️ in-transition.ghost.io/how-mls-is-b...
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How MLS is betting on the 2026 World Cup to transform American soccer forever
32 years ago, the United States hosted a World Cup. At the time, soccer was a sport for kids and immigrants, a game played in the suburbs on Saturday mornings but rarely discussed at the bar. Then the...
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
It's been a while since I've posted on In Transition, but I'm back to argue another point that might not go down well in American soccer circles. ✍️ Why Inter Miami's ambition to be an American super-club is good for MLS in-transition.ghost.io/why-inter-mi...
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Why Inter Miami's ambition to be an American super-club is good for MLS
Inter Miami's aggressive pursuit of 'super-club' status is undoubtedly driving significant growth for Major League Soccer, but not without generating friction and valid concerns about competitive bala...
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Adam Susman @adam-susman.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Myself and @abooker17.bsky.social hosted our first ever live podcast! It was a very rewarding and fun experience. #RCTID A huge thanks to all the Timber Review Patreon subscribers who made it out last night!
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
The USMNT looked far more functional in Saturday's draw with Ecuador, & Pochettino's principles seem to be at the core of the uptick in performance. I wrote about those principles & how the U.S. is finally beginning to implement them on the pitch ⤵️ in-transition.ghost.io/usmnt-beginn...
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USMNT beginning to find their identity under Pochettino after promising Ecuador draw
For the first time in a long while, there’s a real sense of growth surrounding the United States men’s national team. Thursday night’s 1–1 draw with Ecuador wasn’t a perfect performance, but it was th...
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 02/10/2025
U.S. Soccer fans — join me on my newsletter In Transition for weekly feature articles on the national team, MLS, and more! Every week I pick a hot topic from this side of the Atlantic to discuss #USMNT #MLS Both free and paid content for you to enjoy ⤵️ in-transition.ghost.io
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In Transition — An American Soccer Newsletter
Covering the ever-changing landscape of the world's game in the Americas.
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
✍️ Three reasons you can't miss tonight's U.S. Open Cup Final in-transition.ghost.io/three-reason...
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Three reasons you can't miss tonight's U.S. Open Cup Final
Covering the ever-changing landscape of the world's game in the Americas.
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Very interesting story out of Mexico this week, as former Manchester United forward Anthony Martial's move to Monterrey sparked all sorts of controversy. I wrote about what exactly happened, and why Pumas are demanding an apology... Free article for all ⤵️ in-transition.ghost.io/whyanthony-m...
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Why Anthony Martial’s Monterrey move sparked calls for an apology from Pumas
Anthony Martial’s arrival in Liga MX with Monterrey was meant to be a celebratory moment for the Rayados, but instead it has stirred controversy across Mexican football. The French forward, unveiled ...
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 24/09/2025
This week the LA Galaxy were eliminated from playoff contention, becoming the first defending MLS Cup champion to miss the postseason outright in over a decade. I wrote about how the rapid fall from glory played out over 2025, and more. Subscribe and read: in-transition.ghost.io/from-glory-t...
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From Glory to Collapse: The story behind LA Galaxy’s fall from the MLS summit
Just nine months ago, the LA Galaxy were on top of the world. With a thrilling 2–1 victory over the New York Red Bulls in the 2024 MLS Cup Final, the Galaxy secured their record-setting sixth league t...
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 18/09/2025
🗞️ Put some words down on D.C. United's tumultuous modern era after another week of executive upheaval. Check it out below ⤵️ in-transition.ghost.io/d-c-united-a...
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D.C. United — A historic MLS club fading into obscurity in the modern era
Covering the ever-changing landscape of the world's game in the Americas.
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 03/09/2025
It's Wednesday so that means I am arguing for something against the grain in the North American ⚽️ landscape ✍️ The missing ingredient in MLS: Dynasties and legacy clubs Link below ⤵️
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
I did a fun little experiment for #MLS fans, breaking down the league into five divisions to strengthen local rivalries, ease travel burden, and reshape the league into a more localized entity ⤵️
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
What if MLS realigned to five divisions? Could we make it work in such a geographically vast league? I broke down how it might look, with local rivalries, cultural hotspots, and playoff implications all in mind. Link below ⤵️
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 26/08/2025
There is a growing sense of unease with each passing Mauricio Pochettino #USMNT squad selection ahead of 2026. I wrote about that unease, and why Poch is coming under criticism from national media today. Free article on In Transition ⤵️ in-transition.ghost.io/uncertainty-...
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Uncertainty and Experimentation: Why USMNT fans are worried ahead of the 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 World Cup less than a year away, and set to be hosted on home soil, one might expect the U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) to be steadily sharpening its best lineup, fine-tuning tactics, ...
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
🗞️ Every Friday I post a roundup of some of the top headlines in North American soccer from the past week, aiming to deliver news to fans in a short, concise format. Check out this week's news roundup, and subscribe for plenty more content ⤵️ in-transition.ghost.io/weekly-news-...
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🗞️ Weekly News Roundup — MLS deadline moves, USMNT media wars & more!
Welcome to the latest edition of the Weekly News Roundup on In Transition! Every Friday we will post a select rundown of the must-see stories unfolding in North American soccer. From MLS and USL to t...
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
Portland Timbers fans were relentless in their hostility towards Evander upon his return to Providence Park on Saturday. I wrote about how important that type of atmosphere catching fire around the league will be for MLS going forward ⤵️ in-transition.ghost.io/why-portland...
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Why Portland's venomous reception for Evander is a good sign of growth in MLS
FC Cincinnati superstar Evander's return to Portland to face his former team after an acrimonious breakup in the offseason was always going to be less-than friendly. But even the Brazilian himself was...
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
📣 Personal Announcement Finally broke down & created my own American ⚽️ news site. Will be posting regular pieces on MLS, USMNT, & beyond! To launch, I have written about why Djordje Mihailovic's Toronto move could be future-altering in MLS. Sign up & join the fun! in-transition.ghost.io
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In Transition — An American Soccer Newsletter
Covering the ever-changing landscape of the world's game in the Americas.
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
This may be an MLS hot take but I find the aesthetics of watching games at the Benz to be just as bad as Gillette and Yankee Stadium
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
A Tottenham v Manchester United Europa League final is a stain on the competition
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
“We will continue to support bodies to protect the integrity, fairness and safety of the game.” Multiple rapists and domestic abusers play football on English soil freely. Any attempt justify this as a means of protection for female footballers is disingenuous drivel.
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Jurrien Timber has gotten away with murder in the first 20 minutes of this game
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Au revior 👋🏻
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 26/04/2025
Tom Wilson is an international hero
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 26/04/2025
International*
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 26/04/2025
Grown adults painting their faces for hockey in Montreal? Suspect.
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
Every time we get one of these ‘record crowd’ Inter Miami games it’s just wholly depressing that the host city in question gets a glimpse of what their football culture could be if locals bought in 🤷🏻‍♂️
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
Logan Thompson is a national hero
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
Doku and Nunes collectively have their best moments in City shirt at a time like this 👏🏻
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
Sensational from Doku
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
That kid will never go to a game on their own, and will never take their own kids. Well done City 👍
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Graham Ruthven @grahamruthven.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
If anyone in the UK watching Columbus-Inter Miami wants a laugh - Google how far 150 miles is from where you are. That's how far away Columbus are playing this 'home' game.
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
MLS could have had a jam-packed stadium in Columbus for one of the biggest games of the season so far, at one of their showpiece stadiums, in front of one of the best sets of supporters in the league, and they discarded that spectacle for a preseason friendly feel in a big plastic NFL stadium
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
Really embarrassed for the Columbus Crew, MLS, and everybody involved in this whole thing. Really poor look for a league that is so obsessed with making themselves feel important
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 19/04/2025
Pep Guardiola masterclass to silence the very dimwitted critics
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Adam Booker @abooker17.bsky.social · 18/04/2025
Steve Cherundolo to step down as LAFC head coach at the end of 2025 season onefootball.com/editorial/40...
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🚨 Steve Cherundolo to step down as LAFC boss at the end of 2025 season
Read this news on OneFootball.
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