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⚽️ MLS and USMNT Insider for The Athletic, CBS Sports Golazo Network, Soccerwise and more

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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 11h
🇺🇸 Sources: Nothing has changed in the plan for USMNT attacker Cavan Sullivan to join Manchester City in January 2028 after he turns 18. Sullivan is focused on Philadelphia Union and USMNT right now. Been asked about it... nothing new here. www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 15h
Mike Tomlin, come on the podcast and tell me everything you want about your MLS team in Minecraft I beg of you
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 15h
🟢 Sources: Austin FC closing in on a deal to sign Finland youth int'l defensive midfielder Eze Onuoha from SJK. Likely to be U-22 initiative deal but TBD on further moves. Onuoha, 17, would join in January.
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 16h
mike tomlin revealed the minecraft city he has building for a dozen years and it includes an MLS stadium. legend
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 16h
Two goals in his first two USMNT caps — the youngest ever to do so — it's a dream week in a dream season. But Julian Zakrzewski Hall is just getting started. “Julian thrived on being the man, the difference-maker." www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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Meet Julian Hall, the USMNT breakout star who’s just getting started: ‘A lot more to come’ (Gift Article)
The Red Bull New York product became the youngest player in USMNT history to score in each of his first two caps.
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Sources: AC Grand Rapids will name Erik Bushey their inaugural head coach. Bushey departs his role as head coach of Colorado Rapids II AC Grand Rapids kicks off expansion season in MLS Next Pro in 2027 Club values Bushey's experience in the division and his ability to develop talent
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
On a last second altercation in the USMNT's 4-2 win over Chile. Chris Richards: “It’s very important to show the new guys that this is a family, and if you mess with our family, this is what happens." www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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'A crazy situation': USMNT and Chile's fight, and how Pochettino got in the middle of it
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Seb Berhalter on Mauricio Pochettino: "It means a lot. It's pretty special coming from a coach like him. "He's rewarded me since day one— He believed in me before I even believed in myself with the national team. I'm super thankful for him."
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Mauricio Pochettino on Sebastian Berhalter: "To have a player like him is priceless."
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
ST. LOUIS — The USMNT beats Chile 4-2 with another youthful lineup. Julian Hall (18) and Mathis Albert (17) among the goal scorers. Game ended with benches clearing altercation. Takeaways with @paultenorio.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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USMNT beats Chile, as Julian Hall's stock rises but the U.S. weaknesses stay glaring
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Starting XI a bit of an awkward fit in the first 20 mins so far for USMNT. Julian Hall really the only player threatening vertically at the moment with Sergino Dest on the right wing and Gio Reyna/Seb Berhalter switching on the left. Space condensed.
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
First USMNT starts for Adri Mehmeti, Julian Hall, Neil Pierre and Frankie Westfield tonight. Gio Reyna the only holdover starter from the USMNT's win over Peru on Saturday.
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
🇩🇪 Thomas Müller has extended his contract with the Vancouver Whitecaps until next summer. Müller: “For me, it’s still so much fun to be out on the pitch every week, and I feel good physically. I’m very happy to continue this journey with the ‘Caps.”
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The making of Adri Mehmeti: ⚽️ Literal millions of touches in his backyard, dubbed Mini-Maracanã by his father, Van 🧠 "He is one of the most intellegent midfield players I've ever seen," said RBNY academy director 👀 "This boy is different." www.nytimes.com/athletic/764...
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From the ‘Mini Maracanã’ to the USMNT: How Adri Mehmeti became a teen star (Gift Article)
With lofty comparisons to Sergio Busquets and a work ethic that was crafted early, the 17-year-old comes off as a can't-miss prospect
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Mauricio Pochettino speaks highly of the leadership of Tyler Adams then says the USMNT may name a new captain soon, with Adams as one of the candidates. Tim Ream, who was the USMNT captain, is being honored tomorrow night in St. Louis ahead of the USMNT game against Chile
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
LAFC were at an inflection point this weekend and opted to make a coaching change. On how they got here, what's next and a need for attacking bravery from the staff for the rest of the season www.nytimes.com/athletic/763...
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LAFC at inflection point after firing Marc Dos Santos; Could Wilfried Nancy return to MLS?
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
For what it's worth, numerous MLS clubs have called Wilfried Nancy this year and the answer has been he wanted to focus on Europe. Who knows if that changed after a summer with no job and the opportunity of LAFC... but that has been the direct feedback
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
BREAKING: LAFC has fired head coach Marc Dos Santos. Decision comes in his first season as head coach, club has slid to 6th in the Western Conference
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
ORLANDO — The USMNT beats Peru 4-1 in their first game of a new World Cup cycle. New tradition of the crowd singing Country Roads after a win continues here in Orlando Takeaways with @henrybushnell.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/763...
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USMNT beats Peru in first match since World Cup; How did Cavan Sullivan look in his debut? (Gift Article)
The U.S. handed out a slew of first caps and secured a comfortable win to kick off the road to the 2030 World Cup
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Mauricio Pochettino gave 11 players their senior USMNT debuts today against Peru: 🇺🇸 Cavan Sullivan 🇺🇸 Peyton Miller 🇺🇸 Justin Ellis 🇺🇸 Diego Kochen 🇺🇸 Julian Zakrzewski Hall 🇺🇸 Mathis Albert 🇺🇸 Zavier Gozo 🇺🇸 Brookyln Raines 🇺🇸 Frankie Westfield 🇺🇸 Adri Mehmeti 🇺🇸 Neil Pierre
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
ORLANDO — Alex Freeman never got to say goodbye to Orlando City. Not really, anyway. Coming back home for USMNT this week is poetic. “It’s very special for me. ... Coming back here, not even a year after I left, it’s a full circle.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/762...
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
🇻🇪 Sources: Venezuela int'l midfielder Jose Martinez is currently with FC Cincinnati training as he finishes rehab from a torn ACL Martinez isn't signed by FCC at the moment, could be in future The 32-year-old most recently with Corinthians after starring for Philadelphia Union
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Pablo Maurer @mlsist.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino says he regrets not having been "more involved" in the fiasco surrounding Falorin Balogun this summer. He says the ensuing shift in "energy" made the match against Belgium much more difficult to win. On @us.theguardian.com: www.theguardian.com/football/202...
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Mauricio Pochettino regrets not being ‘more involved’ with Balogun decision
The comments are the most direct Pochettino has made regarding the Balogun situation since the World Cup
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
There are obviously a ton of Cavan Sullivan pieces and videos this week as he prepares for his USMNT debut— But if you only read or consume one, read this. Phenomenal reporting and writing from Henry.
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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
New from me: A column on Cavan Sullivan's first senior #USMNT camp, and the hype train, and comparisons to Freddy Adu, and my experiences with both of them over time. They are not close to the same. We should say so loud and clear. www.inquirer.com/soccer/cavan... via @phillysport.bsky.social
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For all the hype, Cavan Sullivan has genuinely earned his moment on the USMNT’s biggest stage
Yes, he’s an amazing talent, and has marketing deals better than players twice his age. But that alone — never mind the hype — wouldn’t have seen Sullivan score six goals in the last six Union games.
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
🇺🇸 Tyler Adams on a youthful USMNT roster, with a number of talented teenagers getting their first call-ups: "It's a camp full of opportunities. It's about who grasps that, who shows they're at the level to play against good teams. "It'll be interesting to see who can step up."
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
you'll be SHOCKED to hear on the other app, some bros/bots defending this as "unbiased and accurate" 🥱
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
if GOAL needs AI to do player ratings instead of, i dunno, paying a human... why do it at all? who is this for?
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
The Verdict: 🇺🇸 Mauricio Pochettino in attendance as the USMNT's teenage, MLS call-ups enter int'l break in great form 🐍 How Philadelphia completely turned around their season 🟡 Nashville's unrelenting excellence www.nytimes.com/athletic/761...
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The Verdict: USMNT newcomers finish strong in MLS before heading to first camp (Gift Article)
For the new kids on the USMNT block, their last MLS weekend before arriving for their first senior national team camp was a strong one.
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Philadelphia Union before the World Cup break: - 1W-4D-10L, 7 points, -12 GD Since Ryan Richter took over? - 9W-2D-0L, 29 points, +20 GD
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
🇺🇸 Mauricio Pochettino on Noahkai Banks choosing Germany and his approach to dual-national recruitment: “We want players who show commitment. Commitment is not 50%, it’s 200%. ... We want players who want to commit and are desperate to play for the badge." www.nytimes.com/athletic/760...
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Pochettino on Noahkai Banks spurning USMNT: 'We want players who show commitment'
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🇺🇸 BREAKING: NYCFC set to sign center back Matt Miazga, per sources. - Miazga waived by FC Cincinnati earlier this month - Miazga, 31, is former MLS Defender of the Year. Boosts defensive options for NYCFC down the stretch www.nytimes.com/athletic/760...
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NYCFC set to sign American defender Matt Miazga after Cincinnati departure (Gift Article)
The former MLS Defender of the Year was waived by his former club earlier this month.
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Henry Bushnell @henrybushnell.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Noahkai Banks has picked Germany over the USMNT. He's filed for a one-time switch. It hasn't yet been confirmed by FIFA, but if/when approved, he'll play for Germany's U-21s this month, and will no longer be eligible to represent the U.S. w/ @sebsb.bsky.social:
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Noahkai Banks commits to representing Germany over the USMNT (Gift Article)
Banks accepted one call-up to a senior USMNT camp last fall, but declined to commit his future to the U.S. ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🇳🇱 Sources: FC Cincinnati has signed former Manchester United defender Tyrell Malacia. Malacia, 27, trialed with the club earlier this week. He is healthy and joining Cincy as a free agent. He was part of the Netherlands squad at the World Cup in 2022 www.nytimes.com/athletic/760...
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FC Cincinnati sign Tyrell Malacia on free transfer following Manchester United exit (Gift Article)
The 27-year-old was a free agent after leaving Old Trafford this summer and has been training with the MLS side.
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
🇺🇸 Sources: Philadelphia Union wonderkid Cavan Sullivan has received his first senior U.S. national team call up. @jeffreycarlisle.bsky.social first reported. Sullivan, 16, can become 2nd-youngest USMNT debutant behind Freddy Adu With @paultenorio.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/760...
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Rising star Cavan Sullivan, 16, becomes youngest USMNT call-up since Freddy Adu (Gift Article)
The Philadelphia Union youngster will have a chance to showcase his talents at his first national team camp
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
🇺🇸 Sources: FC Cincinnati signs highly-rated USYNT GK Connor Dale to a homegrown deal Dale, 16, joined Cincy academy from Miami this year and has made five starts for the second team in MLSNP. Has been part of USYNT group preparing for U-17 World Cup next year
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Sources: Real Salt Lake attacker Diego Luna likely headed for knee procedure to determine injury absence, but expected to be out "months" Luna had offers from a Spanish club in summer but all parties decided he would stay at RSL for rest of 2026 season. Same club pushing for winter
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Sources: Wellington Phoenix signs midfielder Bryce Duke from San Diego FC Duke, 25, spent the last few years with CF Montréal before joining San Diego. Made 140 MLS appearances in total. Off to Australia now
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Inside a whirlwind end to a wild summer transfer window for the Colorado Rapids: "We feel like we’re a better team coming out of the window than we were going into the window," club president Pádraig Smith told The Athletic. "That’s always the goal.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/756...
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Record sales, signings in record time: Inside Colorado’s rapid summer makeover (Gift Article)
Colorado used the summer MLS transfer window to completely transform its squad, rolling the dice on a midseason reboot
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Sources: FC Cincinnati and Matt Miazga are finalizing details on the center back's departure as @laurelpfahler.bsky.social 1st reported. Miazga, 31, is a former MLS Defender of the Year. He's likely to sign elsewhere in MLS this fall & is a free agent in the winter
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Sources: Belgian club Beveren has signed forward Victor Olatunji on loan from Real Salt Lake. Loan until next summer. Sergi Solans is RSL's first choice forward and the club added Jason Shokalook from the Chicago Fire this week as well
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 The Colorado Rapids have signed English winger Morgan Whittaker from Middlesbrough. Deal is a club-record fee of $10.7m, per sources.
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Backheeled @backheeled.com · 03/09/2026
With the MLS summer transfer window officially closed, which teams made smart additions? And which ones left major holes? @benwright.bsky.social ranks all 30 MLS teams from worst to first based on their business — with analysis on every club’s window ⤵️
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Ranking every MLS team’s 2026 summer transfer window from worst to first
Come yell at us in the comments. Or yell at your team's front office in the comments. Whatever works for you.
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Matthew Doyle @mattdoyle.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
The transfer window is closed and the grades are in! I weighed in on the work all 30 MLS teams did this summer. And look, there's a lot to talk about. But one thing's now pretty clear: Red Bull should sell the club & get out. tacticsfreezone.ghost.io/transfer-gra...
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
📝 A few MLS deals just got announced: 🇬🇷🔴 Noah Allen to Chicago (loan w/ $3m “option”, u-22) 🇿🇦🟠 Lyle Foster to Houston (loan w/ $7m option) 🇺🇸🔵 Josh Wynder to New England (loan) 🇲🇦🟡 Anass Zaroury to Columbus (loan)
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
🇨🇦 Sources: Real Salt Lake sign Canada int’l center back Luc de Fougerolles on loan from Fulham. Loan until winter with option to extend to summer. De Fougerolles, 20, appeared in all 5 Canada games at the World Cup With @joshuakloke.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/athletic/756...
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Canada’s Luc de Fougerolles set for Real Salt Lake loan move from Fulham (Gift Article)
The 20-year-old will move on a loan agreement until January, with an option to extend the arrangement through to May.
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
St. Louis City has officially made the blockbuster signing of Brazilian forward Rafa Navarro from the Colorado Rapids. Rapids receive league record package between MLS clubs, $12m + add ons
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
🇿🇦🟠 Sources: Houston Dynamo complete deal to sign South Africa int'l forward Lyle Foster from Burnley on loan. Loan until summer with a $7m purchase option
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
🟡 The Columbus Crew have signed Morocco int'l winger Anass Zaroury on loan from Panathinaikos. Zaroury, 25, has four caps for his country. Featured for Burnley and others in his career. Busy deadline day for Columbus at the end of a busy window
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Tom Bogert @tombogert.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Sources: Portland Timbers to acquire Venezuelan defender Ronald Hernandez from Atlanta United, as @adam-susman.bsky.social first reported. Hernandez, 28, gives Portland a needed addition at right back after injuries to Brandon Bye and Juan Mosquera
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