Sean Hartnett - Sportswriter
@hartnettwriter.bsky.social
Soccer writer covering the beautiful game for Athlon Sports. ⚽✍️
Read my Athlon Sports articles here: https://athlonsports.com/author/sean-hartnett
Previous stops: CBSNY, WFAN, Entercom, NHL.
Same handle on Twitter/X.
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Read my Athlon Sports articles here: https://athlonsports.com/author/sean-hartnett
Previous stops: CBSNY, WFAN, Entercom, NHL.
Same handle on Twitter/X.
📨 [email protected]
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Hey everybody, quick announcement. I’ve accepted a position to cover soccer for Athlon Sports. I will begin my new role on Nov. 1. ⚽✍️
I will cover MLS, NWSL, USMNT, USWNT, Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, Serie A, other top leagues and international tournaments.
I will cover MLS, NWSL, USMNT, USWNT, Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, Serie A, other top leagues and international tournaments.
Ferran Torres seals it for Barca. Barcelona 3-1 Atletico Madrid.
December 2, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Ferran Torres seals it for Barca. Barcelona 3-1 Atletico Madrid.
That was quite a run and finish by Dani Olmo. Barcelona 2-1 Atletico Madrid.
December 2, 2025 at 9:30 PM
That was quite a run and finish by Dani Olmo. Barcelona 2-1 Atletico Madrid.
Despite his recent benching, star winger Mohamed Salah still has plenty to offer Liverpool despite losing a step due to age. More on the Salah situation and #LFC here: ⬇️
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Despite Benching, Mohamed Salah Still Has A Lot To Offer Liverpool
Despite his recent benching, star winger Mohamed Salah still has plenty to offer Liverpool despite losing a step due to age.
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December 2, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Despite his recent benching, star winger Mohamed Salah still has plenty to offer Liverpool despite losing a step due to age. More on the Salah situation and #LFC here: ⬇️
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Tight first half between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. Goals from Raphina and Baena.
December 2, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Tight first half between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid. Goals from Raphina and Baena.
Jaedyn Shaw finished the 2025 calendar by delivering in key moments for Gotham FC and the #USWNT. 2026 could very well be her year. More: ⬇️
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USWNT Rising Star Jaedyn Shaw Ends 2025 With a Stellar Finish
Jaedyn Shaw finished the 2025 calendar by delivering in key moments for club side Gotham FC and the United States women’s national team. 2026 could be her year.
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December 2, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Jaedyn Shaw finished the 2025 calendar by delivering in key moments for Gotham FC and the #USWNT. 2026 could very well be her year. More: ⬇️
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Jaedyn Shaw with a superlative strike. USWNT 2-0 Italy.
December 2, 2025 at 12:49 AM
Jaedyn Shaw with a superlative strike. USWNT 2-0 Italy.
What a goal by Macario. USWNT 1-0 Italy.
December 2, 2025 at 12:28 AM
What a goal by Macario. USWNT 1-0 Italy.
Trinity Rodman missed out on the year-end #USWNT friendlies against Italy. It's possible that she could take part in the United States' friendly against Paraguay on Jan. 24. More: ⬇️
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Why Is Trinity Rodman Not Playing Tonight for USWNT vs. Italy?
Star forward Trinity Rodman will not be suiting up for the USWNT's final match of 2025 against Italy on Monday night.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Trinity Rodman missed out on the year-end #USWNT friendlies against Italy. It's possible that she could take part in the United States' friendly against Paraguay on Jan. 24. More: ⬇️
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Gotham FC’s Rose Lavelle and Lilly Reale have been nominated for the 2025 U.S. Soccer End-of-Year Awards.
Lavelle has been named as a finalist for Female Player of the Year, while Reale has been nominated for Young Female Player of the Year.
Lavelle has been named as a finalist for Female Player of the Year, while Reale has been nominated for Young Female Player of the Year.
December 1, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Gotham FC’s Rose Lavelle and Lilly Reale have been nominated for the 2025 U.S. Soccer End-of-Year Awards.
Lavelle has been named as a finalist for Female Player of the Year, while Reale has been nominated for Young Female Player of the Year.
Lavelle has been named as a finalist for Female Player of the Year, while Reale has been nominated for Young Female Player of the Year.
Sacha Kljestan shares his thoughts on the #RBNY coaching search:
Kljestan: "I wouldn’t be surprised to see Michael Bradley get the job or get the opportunity to interview for that job. If he were to get hired, I wouldn’t be surprised at all." More: ⬇️
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Kljestan: "I wouldn’t be surprised to see Michael Bradley get the job or get the opportunity to interview for that job. If he were to get hired, I wouldn’t be surprised at all." More: ⬇️
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Kljestan ‘Wouldn’t Be Surprised’ if Bradley Is Next Red Bull New York Head Coach
Sacha Kljestan believes that Michael Bradley is a strong candidate to become Red Bull New York head coach and "wouldn't be surprised" if Bradley gets the job.
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December 1, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Sacha Kljestan shares his thoughts on the #RBNY coaching search:
Kljestan: "I wouldn’t be surprised to see Michael Bradley get the job or get the opportunity to interview for that job. If he were to get hired, I wouldn’t be surprised at all." More: ⬇️
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Kljestan: "I wouldn’t be surprised to see Michael Bradley get the job or get the opportunity to interview for that job. If he were to get hired, I wouldn’t be surprised at all." More: ⬇️
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I spoke with Sacha Kljestan about Red Bull New York's coaching search, the third designated player spot and the direction of #RBNY under Julian de Guzman. Look out for it shortly....
December 1, 2025 at 5:24 PM
I spoke with Sacha Kljestan about Red Bull New York's coaching search, the third designated player spot and the direction of #RBNY under Julian de Guzman. Look out for it shortly....
Lionel Messi established a new all-time record for assists in Inter Miami’s 5-1 victory over NYCFC. His 405th career assist surpassed Hungarian legend Ferenc Puskas, who held the previous record of 404 across club and international competitions. More: ⬇️
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Lionel Messi Stands Alone After Breaking All-Time Record
Lionel Messi recorded a new all-time record for assists in Inter Miami’s 5-1 victory over NYCFC that punched the Herons’ ticket to the 2025 MLS Cup final.
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November 30, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Lionel Messi established a new all-time record for assists in Inter Miami’s 5-1 victory over NYCFC. His 405th career assist surpassed Hungarian legend Ferenc Puskas, who held the previous record of 404 across club and international competitions. More: ⬇️
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Alexander Isak scored a goal that lifted the pressure off Liverpool and ended the club's worst run since 1953. It appears that the Swedish striker and his club could be headed toward a resurgence. More: ⬇️
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Alexander Isak Breaking Goal Drought Could Turn Around Liverpool’s Season
Alexander Isak scored his first Premier League goal of the season in Liverpool's 2-0 victory against West Ham. Things could finally be looking up for the Reds.
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November 30, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Alexander Isak scored a goal that lifted the pressure off Liverpool and ended the club's worst run since 1953. It appears that the Swedish striker and his club could be headed toward a resurgence. More: ⬇️
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Stay tuned for reaction from Liverpool's 2-0 away victory against West Ham.....
November 30, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Stay tuned for reaction from Liverpool's 2-0 away victory against West Ham.....
Gakpo makes it 2-0. That winning feeling is back for Liverpool.
November 30, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Gakpo makes it 2-0. That winning feeling is back for Liverpool.
Lucas Paqueta with one of the stupidest sending offs of all-time.
November 30, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Lucas Paqueta with one of the stupidest sending offs of all-time.
Isak puts Liverpool ahead in the 59th minute. Liverpool 1-0 West Ham.
November 30, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Isak puts Liverpool ahead in the 59th minute. Liverpool 1-0 West Ham.
Lionel Messi is one step away from achieving his MLS Cup title dream. Inter Miami booked its place in the 2025 MLS Cup final by defeating New York City FC 5-1. More: ⬇️
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Lionel Messi Leads Inter Miami To MLS History By Beating New York City FC
Lionel Messi is one step away from achieving his MLS Cup title dream. Inter Miami booked its place in the 2025 MLS Cup final by defeating New York City FC 5-1.
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November 30, 2025 at 1:52 AM
Lionel Messi is one step away from achieving his MLS Cup title dream. Inter Miami booked its place in the 2025 MLS Cup final by defeating New York City FC 5-1. More: ⬇️
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Tadeo Allende seals his hat trick. Inter Miami 5-1 NYCFC. 8 postseason goals for Allende. 😮
November 30, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Tadeo Allende seals his hat trick. Inter Miami 5-1 NYCFC. 8 postseason goals for Allende. 😮
Segovia makes it 4-1 Inter Miami. That's all she wrote. Congrats to NYCFC for defying the odds and injuries to make it this far.
November 30, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Segovia makes it 4-1 Inter Miami. That's all she wrote. Congrats to NYCFC for defying the odds and injuries to make it this far.
Messi to Silvetti. Inter Miami 3-1 NYCFC. Can't see a way back for NYCFC now.
November 30, 2025 at 12:45 AM
Messi to Silvetti. Inter Miami 3-1 NYCFC. Can't see a way back for NYCFC now.
#MLS on Apple TV studio analyst Sacha Kljestan detailed San Diego FC's rise from an overlooked expansion team to Western Conference Finalists.
"I don’t know if there are enough superlatives to compliment San Diego on how well they have done." Read on: ⬇️
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"I don’t know if there are enough superlatives to compliment San Diego on how well they have done." Read on: ⬇️
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MLS Analyst Breaks Down San Diego FC’s Incredible First-Year Success
Sacha Kljestan, studio analyst for MLS on Apple TV, detailed San Diego FC's progress from expansion team to Western Conference Finalists.
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November 29, 2025 at 11:55 PM
#MLS on Apple TV studio analyst Sacha Kljestan detailed San Diego FC's rise from an overlooked expansion team to Western Conference Finalists.
"I don’t know if there are enough superlatives to compliment San Diego on how well they have done." Read on: ⬇️
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"I don’t know if there are enough superlatives to compliment San Diego on how well they have done." Read on: ⬇️
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Haak says "game on." He gets NYCFC back into this match. NYCFC trails Inter Miami 2-1 in the 37th minute.
November 29, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Haak says "game on." He gets NYCFC back into this match. NYCFC trails Inter Miami 2-1 in the 37th minute.
Tadeo Allende bags another brace. Inter Miami are flying off to a 2-0 start within 23 minutes.
November 29, 2025 at 11:40 PM
Tadeo Allende bags another brace. Inter Miami are flying off to a 2-0 start within 23 minutes.
Busquets to Allende. Inter Miami 1-0 NYCFC in the 14th minute.
November 29, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Busquets to Allende. Inter Miami 1-0 NYCFC in the 14th minute.