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Tariq Panja @tariqpanja.bsky.social · 1h

FIFA effectively agreeing the Donald Trump and remove cities from World Cup hosting with this statement. He suggested yesterday Gianni would agree with whatever he wanted.

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Steven Goff @stevengoff.bsky.social · 56m

2026 Coachella preseason participants announced

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Jeff Kassouf @jeffkassouf.bsky.social · 9m

I often think about how much access has improved, and how much easier it is to simply watch now. Thinking about that with the retirement of Christen Press, who did so many great things on the road less traveled that got her to the #USWNT spotlight.

This was her in a 2014 UEFA Champions League final

Titelverteidigung in der Champions League! | VfL Wolfsburg - Tyresö FF 4:3 | UWCL-Finale 2013/14

YouTube video by VfL Wolfsburg

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 1h

Two and a half years since the sizzle of his commitment to the #USMNT, Folarin Balogun has officially lived up to the hype.

And for the first time in ages, the U.S. men have a legitimate striker depth chart.

A big read on the biggest of all positions:

www.inquirer.com/soccer/folar...

Folarin Balogun is living up to the hype as a long-awaited top striker for the USMNT

Along with Haji Wright, who scored both goals Tuesday against Australia, Balogun has given the U.S. soccer team a desperately needed scoring threat.

www.inquirer.com

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Alexander Abnos @anabnos.com · 1h

Made an attempt at explaining that and some other stuff: www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/o...

Could Trump really move World Cup games? The facts behind his threats

Trump has threatened to move World Cup and Olympic events from US cities. We explain what he said, what’s possible, and what’s pure politics

www.theguardian.com

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 1h

As an Old I've seen a lot of things and can generally keep the hype train in first gear, but that is impossible with Lily Yohannes

Sophie Lawson @lawsonsv.bsky.social · 1h

Unnecessary

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Meg Linehan @meglinehan.com · 2h

Expect two goalkeepers to get minutes in this camp, per Emma, but says Phallon is currently ahead of the game when it comes to experience. Didn't outright say she's the leading candidate for the no. 1 USWNT GK spot, but it's clear to read between those lines. (from q from @nrarmour.bsky.social)

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 2h

Emma Hayes says (among the many things she has said today, that we'll all be writing about) that she hopes to meet with Vlatko Andonovski when she's in Kansas City during the FIFA window.

"I think it's important to acknowledge those that have sat in the seat before us."

#USWNT

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Jeff Kassouf @jeffkassouf.bsky.social · 2h

Emma Hayes, asked about Jaedyn Shaw, brings up other players as well (Jordyn Bugg among them), makes an important point as we look toward future #USWNT rosters: "There will be flip-flopping" between senior + U-23 team as part of player development. Shaw might play with U-23s next camp for games.

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 2h

I wonder if Riley Tiernan will be in that.

Claire Watkins @scoutripley.bsky.social · 2h

USWNT comms notes at the head of today's presser with Emma Hayes that there will be another concurrent U23 camp alongside the senior team during their stop in Philly next week

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Jason Anderson @jasondcsoccer.bsky.social · 2h

Emma Hayes on Crystal Dunn: "She's only played 300 minutes since last year's Olympics, which is not a lot of soccer, and she knows that."

Very sympathetic answer emphasizing regular communication that boils down to: she's gotta get on the field for PSG.

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 3h

Trinity Rodman returns to the #USWNT for its October games, including next week at Subaru Park.

Who's in, who's out, and who Philadelphia fans should know about as the U.S. women come to town for the first time in over three years:

www.inquirer.com/soccer/trini... via @phillysport.bsky.social

Trinity Rodman’s return headlines the USWNT roster for its Oct. 23 game in Chester

Rodman is back with the national team for the first time since April, while Catarina Macario, Lindsey Heaps, and other Europe-based stalwarts return after getting the summer off.

www.inquirer.com

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Tom Garry @tomjgarry.bsky.social · 4h

Words for @sport.theguardian.com as Jess Fishlock, Wales' greatest player, retires from international football www.theguardian.com/football/202...

Wales legend Jess Fishlock announces international retirement after ‘incredible journey’

Jess Fishlock, widely regarded as Wales women’s greatest player, has announced she will retire from international football after this month’s friendly against Australia

www.theguardian.com

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Sam Morris @sammorr.is · 4h

Much like the Puppy Bowl, it only comes once a year: The 76. @inquirer.com's list of the most vital restaurants in Philly's dining scene. No puppies, but loads of great food.

share.inquirer.com/F0HGEc

The 76 2025: The most vital restaurants in the Philly area

In our annual guide to the Philly dining scene, 40 new restaurants nab spots.

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 4h

This is amazing, especially the last part.

Meg Linehan @meglinehan.com · 5h

Only at @theathletic.com — Christen Press pens her farewell letters to herself, the game, and her fans as she announces her retirement at the close of the 2025 NWSL season with @angelcity.com.

www.nytimes.com/athletic/671...

USWNT’s Christen Press’ thank you letters to herself, football and the fans: Exclusive

Two-time World Cup winner Christen Press exclusively shares with The Athletic letters to her younger self, soccer and fans as she retires

www.nytimes.com

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Meg Linehan @meglinehan.com · 5h

Retirements call for flowers, but also reevaluation. Christen Press’ career defies neat storylines of success on and off the field, even as she retires as a two-time World Cup winner.

An attempt to capture the whole, at @theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/671...

Christen Press felt like a ‘villain’. The ex-USWNT forward played long enough to become a hero

The World Cup winner doesn't view her professional career as 'storybook,' but a journey full of lessons

www.nytimes.com

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 15h

Haji Wright’s goals give the #USMNT a 2-1 comeback win over Australia to close out October.

Quick match report and highlights:

www.inquirer.com/soccer/usmnt... via @phillysport.bsky.social @inquirer.com

Haji Wright’s goals give the USMNT a 2-1 win over Australia to close out October

After Australia’s Jordan Bos scored the opening goal, Wright responded with goals in each half in a game that stood out more for its physicality than its scoring.

www.inquirer.com

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Jeff Kassouf @jeffkassouf.bsky.social · 6h

Two-time World Cup champion Christen Press announced that she will retire after the 2025 #NWSL season. She'll play her last home game in LA on Sunday on ESPN. Press retires as the #USWNT's 9th highest scorer with 64 goals. Exceptional player who charted her own course through Sweden and back home.

Former USWNT star Press announces retirement

Two-time World Cup champion forward Christen Press announced on Wednesday that she will retire from professional soccer at the end of the 2025 NWSL season.

www.espn.com

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Jeff Neiburg @jeff-neiburg.bsky.social · 6h

Matthew Hodge’s freshman year was “taken away” from him. When Villanova’s season starts, it will have been nearly 20 months between meaningful basketball games. The long wait is almost over.

“It’s everything I’ve worked for,” he said. www.inquirer.com/college-spor...

For Villanova’s Matthew Hodge, a long wait is almost over: ‘It’s everything I’ve worked for’

When Villanova opens its basketball season on Nov. 3, it will be the Belgium-born Hodge's first meaningful game since March 2024.

www.inquirer.com

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OptaJack @optajack.optajoe.com · 16h

88.9% - The #USMNT has won 8 of the 9 matches (88.9%) its played in Colorado, its highest winning percentage in any state in which its played five or more times. Peak.

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Jeff Carlisle @jeffreycarlisle.bsky.social · 14h

Chris Richards on playing at altitude. "I'm dead." #usmnt

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 15h

Haji Wright’s goals give the #USMNT a 2-1 comeback win over Australia to close out October.

Quick match report and highlights:

www.inquirer.com/soccer/usmnt... via @phillysport.bsky.social @inquirer.com

Haji Wright’s goals give the USMNT a 2-1 win over Australia to close out October

After Australia’s Jordan Bos scored the opening goal, Wright responded with goals in each half in a game that stood out more for its physicality than its scoring.

www.inquirer.com

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 15h

Malik Tillman's absence was precautionary, Mauricio Pochettino says - Tillman felt something in training yesterday.

He wonders if it had a little something to do with the dramatic change in temperature from Austin to Denver... and a few of the reporters here nod heads.

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 15h

Mauricio Pochettino on Christian Pulisic's status:

"He felt something in his hamstring. Tomorrow he will fly to Italy, tonight we will assess, and we cannot say nothing at the moment."

#USMNT

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Jonathan Tannenwald @jtannenwald.bsky.social · 16h

Final: Haji Wright 2, Australia 1, referee negative points.

#USMNT #Socceroos

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