Justin Horneker
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Leave Barbra Banda Alone, and a Decision Day primer.
NWSL Decision Day looms large, consider this your study guide ahead of the final day of the season.
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The final weekend of the NWSL season looms large, in today's newsletter I dove into the narratives and asked Chat GPT how to stop Temwa Chawinga.
Lastly, leave Barbra Banda alone. Leave trans kids alone. Focus on the actual problems permeating women's sports.
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Lastly, leave Barbra Banda alone. Leave trans kids alone. Focus on the actual problems permeating women's sports.
www.talkinsoccer.com/leave-barbra...
My enjoyment of Thomas Müller has drastically increased since he left Bayern.
November 30, 2025 at 4:29 AM
My enjoyment of Thomas Müller has drastically increased since he left Bayern.
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Miami and Vancouver are not only worthy MLS Cup opponents, they were 1st and 2nd respectively in total goals and total xG (ASA's model).
This should make for an attacking final instead of the typical "cagey" type of game we usually get until that opening goal is scored.
Should be lots of fun.
This should make for an attacking final instead of the typical "cagey" type of game we usually get until that opening goal is scored.
Should be lots of fun.
This is the MLS Cup matchup you wanted if you wanted the highest likelihood of an incredible game. I'm pumped.
November 30, 2025 at 4:17 AM
Miami and Vancouver are not only worthy MLS Cup opponents, they were 1st and 2nd respectively in total goals and total xG (ASA's model).
This should make for an attacking final instead of the typical "cagey" type of game we usually get until that opening goal is scored.
Should be lots of fun.
This should make for an attacking final instead of the typical "cagey" type of game we usually get until that opening goal is scored.
Should be lots of fun.
A lot to like in a Miami-Vancouver final.
Messi vs. Berhalter.
Another trophy opp for Thomas Müller.
CCC Semifinal rematch.
A guaranteed first time MLS Cup winner.
The longest road trip in MLS.
Messi vs. Berhalter.
Another trophy opp for Thomas Müller.
CCC Semifinal rematch.
A guaranteed first time MLS Cup winner.
The longest road trip in MLS.
November 30, 2025 at 4:10 AM
A lot to like in a Miami-Vancouver final.
Messi vs. Berhalter.
Another trophy opp for Thomas Müller.
CCC Semifinal rematch.
A guaranteed first time MLS Cup winner.
The longest road trip in MLS.
Messi vs. Berhalter.
Another trophy opp for Thomas Müller.
CCC Semifinal rematch.
A guaranteed first time MLS Cup winner.
The longest road trip in MLS.
Vancouver hasn't pressed all out, but when they have picked their moments, it's created real problems for San Diego.
Jesper Sørensen masterclass.
Jesper Sørensen masterclass.
November 30, 2025 at 3:55 AM
Vancouver hasn't pressed all out, but when they have picked their moments, it's created real problems for San Diego.
Jesper Sørensen masterclass.
Jesper Sørensen masterclass.
Berhalter creates danger every time he sends a ball towards the area.
November 30, 2025 at 3:47 AM
Berhalter creates danger every time he sends a ball towards the area.
3-0 is the most dangerous lead in soccer
November 30, 2025 at 3:35 AM
3-0 is the most dangerous lead in soccer
Tverskov is so good man
November 30, 2025 at 2:37 AM
Tverskov is so good man
Brian White scores and Berhalter immediately runs in telling everyone to calm down and focus.
Ahmed then makes it 2-0 in the 11th.
Caps are soaring.
Ahmed then makes it 2-0 in the 11th.
Caps are soaring.
November 30, 2025 at 2:27 AM
Brian White scores and Berhalter immediately runs in telling everyone to calm down and focus.
Ahmed then makes it 2-0 in the 11th.
Caps are soaring.
Ahmed then makes it 2-0 in the 11th.
Caps are soaring.
It does rule that the two top seeds in their respective conferences this year were so diametrically opposed.
"We want to avoid duels at all costs...You won't see us play long out of a goal kick."
Tyler Heaps, MLS's youngest sporting director, has shaped the tactical identity of MLS's youngest club: San Diego FC.
Here's what to expect.
From @joeclowery.bsky.social ⤵️
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Tyler Heaps, MLS's youngest sporting director, has shaped the tactical identity of MLS's youngest club: San Diego FC.
Here's what to expect.
From @joeclowery.bsky.social ⤵️
www.backheeled.com/inside-san-d...
Inside San Diego FC’s tactical identity: "You won't see us play long out of a goal kick"
Inspired by the Columbus Crew, here's how MLS's newest expansion team developed a detailed on-field approach.
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November 30, 2025 at 2:17 AM
It does rule that the two top seeds in their respective conferences this year were so diametrically opposed.
Running for president on the “all national anthems have to be sax solos” ticket
November 30, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Running for president on the “all national anthems have to be sax solos” ticket
Unreal. Actually unreal.
November 30, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Unreal. Actually unreal.
NYCFC doing this in front of Naomi Girma. SMH.
November 30, 2025 at 12:58 AM
NYCFC doing this in front of Naomi Girma. SMH.
Huge save at one end, defensive breakdown at the other.
Sliding doors, etc.
Sliding doors, etc.
November 30, 2025 at 12:47 AM
Huge save at one end, defensive breakdown at the other.
Sliding doors, etc.
Sliding doors, etc.
Not convinced NYCFC have 2 goals in them
November 29, 2025 at 11:50 PM
Not convinced NYCFC have 2 goals in them
Diminutive Argentine on diminutive Argentine violence
November 29, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Diminutive Argentine on diminutive Argentine violence
This might get ugly…
November 29, 2025 at 11:38 PM
This might get ugly…
Miami break through on a broken play that Freeze can’t meet at the near post… not how NYCFC would have drawn this up
November 29, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Miami break through on a broken play that Freeze can’t meet at the near post… not how NYCFC would have drawn this up
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Alex Pfieffer brace against England?
soccer players on a field with a visa banner in the background
ALT: soccer players on a field with a visa banner in the background
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November 29, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Alex Pfieffer brace against England?
Spurs continue to be incredible content.
I thought "how bad could it be?" and well...
November 29, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Spurs continue to be incredible content.
Most straightforward Dortmund win.
Oh no…
November 29, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Most straightforward Dortmund win.
Karim Adeyemi, I have never doubted you. 3 goals in his last 3 👀
November 29, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Karim Adeyemi, I have never doubted you. 3 goals in his last 3 👀