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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 23h

Joe Burrow ties Patrick Mahomes as fastest to reach 2,000 passes completed in his 81st game. #Bengals

Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Next 90 is up! It’s sadly the last episode for @tylersnipes.bsky.social so be sure to give it a listen as we break down the latest news and notes for #FCCincy and say goodbye to Tyler, who has big things ahead. Check it out on YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify. youtu.be/MZVhewWeIlU?...

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Next 90: A welcome break, big thanks to Tyler

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Fulltime: CF Montreal 3, #FCCincy 1. FCC has gone six games without a win. Montreal, with a three-player bench, ends a five-game losing streak. Not much more to say.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Check out the latest Next 90 for more on #FCCincy going into tonight's match at Montreal. MLS on Apple TV's Josh Eastern helped set the scene and we had a great conversation! You can also find us on Queen City Press channels of Apple Podcasts and Spotify. youtu.be/xLacO8J1utQ?...

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Next 90: 'Must-win' game for FC Cincinnati? MLS on AppleTV's Josh Eastern weighs in

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

A must-win type game? MLS on AppleTV's Josh Eastern joined @tylersnipes.bsky.social and I on the latest 'Next 90' to talk #FCCincy heading into the match at CF Montreal. Plus a chat with fan Graham Rich about a massive #HellisReal tifo project + more. youtu.be/xLacO8J1utQ?...

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Next 90: 'Must-win' game for FC Cincinnati? MLS on AppleTV's Josh Eastern weighs in

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

David Doudera obtained his work visa and is training in full with #FCCincy

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Jeremiah Oshan @jeremiah.sounderatheart.com · 22/09/2026

Was just informed that @seattletimes.com is ceasing beat coverage of soccer. Massive loss for both local and national soccer community.

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Jeremiah Oshan @jeremiah.sounderatheart.com · 22/09/2026

Not to put too fine of a point on this, but it’s a good reminder that if you want local soccer coverage you need to actively support it.

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

No one at a major institution concerned with soccer in the US had a plan to capitalize on the World Cup, or to use it as a badly-needed boost for soccer media. If you have the means, pay for subscriptions to the outlets that remain. That's the only reliable funding source left.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Checking in from #FCCincy training. David Doudera and Julian Malatini both had visa appointments yesterday so if all goes well, both could be available in full to join the team later this week. …

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

#FCCincy is hoping Tyrell Malacia will be their next Santi Arias, but how much can he make a difference this season? My thoughts and more in the Next 90 on @QueenCityPress_ channels of YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Patreon (no subscription needed). A great matchday listen!

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

🗣️"He's either immensely lucky or unworldly." MLS on AppleTV's Carlos Mauricio Ramirez shares why Guilherme is so special for Houston Dynamo, as #FCCincy sets for that matchup on the road tomorrow. Check out the full episode at the links below.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

🚨Sources: #FCCincy has signed former Manchester United LB Tyrell Malacia thru the 2027 sprint season after a brief trial to ensure the fit for both sides. The club has had success before signing high-talent players w/ something to prove. Interesting player to watch. www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre...

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Sources: FC Cincinnati signing former Manchester United defender Tyrell Malacia | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

Sources: FC Cincinnati signing former Manchester United defender Tyrell Malacia by Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler on Patreon. Join Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler's community for exclusive cont...

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

🚨Ton of #FCCincy info in this weeks Next 90! MLS on Apple TV's Carlos Mauricio Ramirez joined to talk vibes going into the game at Houston, and @tylersnipes.bsky.social & I cover everything from the latest on Matt Miazga's departure to free agents, callups and more! youtu.be/8YcOaHFoCgo

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Next 90: FC Cincinnati making moves, Carlos Mauricio Ramirez talks vibes going into Houston

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

#FCCincy GM Chris Albright shed light on the club's buy out of Matt Miazga's contract, why him and now and what went into the long process ultimately leading to him getting waived 12 days and 20 hours after he was informed he was being cut. And what now? www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre...

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Albright: FC Cincinnati cut Miazga to free up cap space for possible newcomer | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

Albright: FC Cincinnati cut Miazga to free up cap space for possible newcomer by Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler on Patreon. Join Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler's community for exclusive conten...

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Here’s a clip from our interview today at training with #FCCincy GM Chris Albright. Will have more to come for my Patreon subscribers. youtu.be/IY4Y7MnUvtc

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#FCCincinnati GM Chris Albright addresses decision and process of buying out Matt Miazga

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

“He pushed us in a way that would raise our energy in the pitch & help us to get back in the result. So, I think we need to do … even more right now bc we lost a guy that was a key for us.” Evander wants to see Matt Miazga-like edge from #FCCincy. www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre...

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Evander wants FC Cincinnati to play with more of an edge, like Miazga | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

Evander wants FC Cincinnati to play with more of an edge, like Miazga by Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler on Patreon. Join Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler's community for exclusive content and up...

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Jeff Carlisle @jeffreycarlisle.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Sources tell ESPN that Philadelphia Union attacker Cavan Sullivan has earned a call-up to the #usmnt for the upcoming FIFA international window. Not a surprise given his stellar form of late, but a big moment nonetheless for the 16-year-old. #DOOP www.espn.com/soccer/story...

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Sources: Union's Sullivan, 16, set for first USMNT call-up

Philadelphia Union attacker Cavan Sullivan has earned a call-up from the United States for the upcoming September/October FIFA international window, sources told ESPN.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Tyrell Malacia, the former Manchester United left back, is in training with #FCCincy today. He’s not signed but trialing. Has played just five games in the last year and looking for a comeback opportunity.

Tyrell Malacia is trialing with FC Cincinnati.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

🚨The latest Insider Show is up! We discuss #FCCincy’s squirrelly draw against Charlotte FC, latest news with comings and goings on the roster and of course the furry pitch invader. Plus hear interviews with Nick Hagglund and squirrel chaser John Thomas. www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre...

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Insider Show Ep. 183: Squirrel! | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

Insider Show Ep. 183: Squirrel! by Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler on Patreon. Join Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler's community for exclusive content and updates.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Have you subscribed to the Queen City Press YouTube channel yet? Hit that like and subscribe button for more content there! www.youtube.com/shorts/ukW_k...

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How might Matt Miazga's release from FC Cincinnati impact the locker room?

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

#FCCincy coach Pat Noonan acknowledged what an important piece Matt Miazga has been to the club but said he could not elaborate yet on the decision to part ways. The timing is "challenging" as FCC tries to rebound from dropped points in 3 straight games. www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre...

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Noonan: Timing of Miazga's departure 'challenging' for struggling FC Cincinnati | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

Noonan: Timing of Miazga's departure 'challenging' for struggling FC Cincinnati by Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler on Patreon. Join Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler's community for exclusive cont...

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

#FCCincy coach Pat Noonan confirms the club has parted ways with Matt Miazga but he will leave the mechanisms of that for Chris Albright to answer "with the league still in play."

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

MLS on Apple TV commentator/former USWNT midfielder Lori Lindsey joined the Next 90 to help @tylersnipes.bsky.social and I dissect #FCCincy's recent woes amid Matt Miazga's absence +how the team can get back on track for tomorrow's match vs Charlotte. More links below. youtu.be/GbRnfCblZtU?...

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Next 90: Dissecting FC Cincinnati's woes with Lori Lindsey ahead of Charlotte match

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

#Bengals coach Zac Taylor said Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins will do more and more every day and he likes "the pace they are on right now." Shemar Stewart is a possibility for Sunday but no predictions on that.

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Glenn Crooks @glenncrooks.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Good morning from Jersey. "Coffee Break Live" coming up later this morn. Join me w/ Matty Lawrence for NYC-NERevs preview, the rest of MLS & we'll welcome in @laurelpfahler.bsky.social to give the low-down on Matt Miazga's departure from FC Cincy. 11am ET 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PXr...

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

#FCCincy CB Matt Miazga underwent an exit physical and said his goodbyes Friday, but details were still being sorted out with the league. We help connect some dots on what's going on in the latest Queen City Press Podcast Insider Show. Subscribe for more! www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre...

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Insider Show: The Miazga fallout | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

Insider Show: The Miazga fallout by Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler on Patreon. Join Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler's community for exclusive content and updates.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

MLS on Apple TV's @natebukaty.bsky.social joined us on Next 90 this week to recap #FCCincy's #transferwindow + state of the team going into tonight's match v DCU. Catch the full episode on Queen City Press channels of Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Patreon and YouTube (links below). #fccincinnati

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Busy week in #FCCincy land. Don't miss out on news as it happens. Subscribe, support local journalism + get caught up before FCC plays DC tonight. Miazga's departure: www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre... Albright sums up window: www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre... Plus more exclusives+ in-depth coverage.

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Sources: Veteran centerback departing FC Cincinnati | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

Sources: Veteran centerback departing FC Cincinnati by Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler on Patreon. Join Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler's community for exclusive content and updates.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🎙️The Next 90 is back with another great episode! MLS on Apple TV's @natebukaty.bsky.social joins @tylersnipes.bsky.social and I to recap #FCCincy's transfer window, state of the team + what to expect vs. DCU tomorrow. Find our free weekly show on ApplePod, Spotify + YouTube. youtu.be/_hxuKzFR1j4?...

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Next 90: Recapping FC Cincinnati's summer transfer window, on to D.C. United with Nate Bukaty

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

#FCCincy GM Chris Albright said Julian Malatini & David Doudera, both “good value” adds, will help shore up the defense + provide a depth boost needed for a playoff run. Despite late arrivals (~2-3 wks out), fans need not reset championship expectations. www.patreon.com/posts/168569...

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Albright 'pleased' with summer window; the 'work's not done' for FC Cincinnati | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

FC Cincinnati general manager Chris Albright described the summer transfer window as one that started a little slower with the World Cup but

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Not sure we will see any other incoming players tonight for #FCCincy, but midfielder Stiven Jimenez is nearing a move out. According to sources, he's close to a loan to Fluminense, where he would join former FCC teammate Luciano Acosta: www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre...

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Sources: FC Cincinnati's Jimenez nearing loan to Fluminense | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

FC Cincinnati midfielder Stiven Jimenez soon could be reuniting on the pitch with former teammate Luciano Acosta. According to sources with

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

I spoke with #FCCincy midfielder Pavel Bucha about the arrival of right midfielder/wingback David Douděra, whom he played with on Czech national team, and how it impacts him. He offered plenty of reasons why Douděra will help FCC. More on the addition👇 www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre...

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Pavel Bucha welcomes Czech teammate to FC Cincinnati | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

Pavel Bucha said with a straight face that he wants to compete with new FC Cincinnati teammate David Douděra for the right wingback spot and

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Stay updated on all things #FCCincy with a subscription to Queen City Press as the transfer window closes tonight at 1 a.m. ET and GM Chris Albright speaks tomorrow. Save an extra 20% off a first-time annual subscription today and tomorrow only. patreon.com/QueenCityPre...

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

#FCCincy GM Chris Albright is scheduled to speak Thursday with local media (AKA, me and Carter and whoever decides it's important enough to drop in), after the close of the transfer window tomorrow night. ... It's always a guessing game if anyone else will show up!

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

In working to improve the defense, has #FCCincy lost something in the attack? MLS on Apple TV's Tony Husband weighed in on this week's Next 90. Check out the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Patreon (free post, but subscribe for more content) and YouTube.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

MLS on Apple TV's Tony Husband shared his thoughts on #FCCincy's quiet transfer window in this week's Next 90. Catch the full episode on Queen City Press channels of Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Patreon (free, but subscribe for more content) and YouTube. Links below in first comment.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

EXCLUSIVE: #FCCincy's Kevin Denkey spoke to me about transfer talks, current form. "It's a lot of pressure. I was negotiating my contract in these clubs, & at the same time, you need to be here. You need to focus. You need to play. ... It's part of the game." www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre...

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Denkey balancing transfer talk, trying to help FC Cincinnati | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

Denkey balancing transfer talk, trying to help FC Cincinnati by Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler on Patreon. Join Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler's community for exclusive content and updates.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The latest 'Next 90' is up! MLS on Apple TV's Tony Husband joined to talk #FCCincy's form, a quiet summer window, why Nashville SC has been so good and more. Plus, Kevin Denkey & Roman Celentano answer a subscriber ??. Find us on YouTube, Apple & Spotify.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Don't miss MLS on Apple TV's Dax McCarty on this week's Next 90. He opened with a 'mea culpa' re: Evander's PK call that was overturned. Also had great insight into #FCCincy's current state ahead of tonight's game vs Seattle. Find it on Queen City Press channels of YouTube, Apple Podcasts & Spotify.

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Laurel Pfahler @laurelpfahler.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

#FCCincy denied Austin FC's request to speak to GM Chris Albright for its CSO job earlier this summer, sources confirmed. It would have reunited him with former Union colleague Jim Curtin, who told me in 2023 he hopes to work with Albright again someday. www.patreon.com/QueenCityPre...

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Sources: Austin FC pursued Albright for CSO position | Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler

Sources: Austin FC pursued Albright for CSO position by Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler on Patreon. Join Queen City Press by Laurel Pfahler's community for exclusive content and updates.

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NY Soccer Journal @nysoccerjournal.com · 18/08/2026

Before NYCFC plays in Ohio, @matthewmangam.bsky.social asked @laurelpfahler.bsky.social to give us some scouting intel on FC Cincinnati: How their defense has improved from its rough start to the season, what’s going on with Kévin Denkey’s transfer chatter, why Pavel Bucha is an X-factor

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Scouting FC Cincinnati: 5 things to know about NYCFC's midweek opponent

Evander and Kévin Denkey still lead a potent Cincinnati attack, but Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press explains why midfielder Pavel Bucha will be the X-factor for FCC when they host New York City FC.

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