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This feels like a huge move for the Seattle Sounders! The 22 year old Homegrown midfielder gets a move to Necaxa which I would assume is for a decent transfer fee
Leyva won a Champions League, MLS Cup, & Leagues Cup all with the Sounders. 107 career games for the Sounders!
Leyva won a Champions League, MLS Cup, & Leagues Cup all with the Sounders. 107 career games for the Sounders!
NEWS | We have transferred midfielder Danny Leyva to Liga MX's Club Necaxa.
We wish you all the best, Danny 💚
READ ➡️ sndrs.com/r3r4n5b7
We wish you all the best, Danny 💚
READ ➡️ sndrs.com/r3r4n5b7
December 9, 2025 at 12:52 AM
This feels like a huge move for the Seattle Sounders! The 22 year old Homegrown midfielder gets a move to Necaxa which I would assume is for a decent transfer fee
Leyva won a Champions League, MLS Cup, & Leagues Cup all with the Sounders. 107 career games for the Sounders!
Leyva won a Champions League, MLS Cup, & Leagues Cup all with the Sounders. 107 career games for the Sounders!
ICYMI: Yesterday’s article breaks down the MLS Cup Final beyond the scoreline. Tactical choices, who got it right, and why it mattered. With that being said, #Messi still came through clutch when it mattered. #InterMiami #Vancouver #Soccer #MLSCUP
foxintheboxfc.substack.com/p/false-poss...
foxintheboxfc.substack.com/p/false-poss...
False Possession, Real Control: How Inter Miami Won MLS Cup
The MLS Cup was held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, approximately 34 miles north of Inter Miami’s new stadium, Miami Freedom Park & Soccer Village, which will open next season.
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December 8, 2025 at 4:45 PM
ICYMI: Yesterday’s article breaks down the MLS Cup Final beyond the scoreline. Tactical choices, who got it right, and why it mattered. With that being said, #Messi still came through clutch when it mattered. #InterMiami #Vancouver #Soccer #MLSCUP
foxintheboxfc.substack.com/p/false-poss...
foxintheboxfc.substack.com/p/false-poss...
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Lionel Messi's win yesterday cemented his on-field legacy in MLS. He's delivered on nearly every level from the sporting and commercial side.
But my book, The Messi Effect, dives deeper into what his lasting legacy will be in American soccer.
Preorder it now!
read.macmillan.com/lp/the-messi...
But my book, The Messi Effect, dives deeper into what his lasting legacy will be in American soccer.
Preorder it now!
read.macmillan.com/lp/the-messi...
The Messi Effect 9781250364173 - Macmillan
In The Messi Effect, Paul Tenorio, national soccer writer for The Athletic, draws on coveted insider access to bring readers behind Lionel MessiR...
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December 7, 2025 at 12:47 PM
Lionel Messi's win yesterday cemented his on-field legacy in MLS. He's delivered on nearly every level from the sporting and commercial side.
But my book, The Messi Effect, dives deeper into what his lasting legacy will be in American soccer.
Preorder it now!
read.macmillan.com/lp/the-messi...
But my book, The Messi Effect, dives deeper into what his lasting legacy will be in American soccer.
Preorder it now!
read.macmillan.com/lp/the-messi...
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A #Sounders Cascadia rival remains star-less after losing their first MLS Cup Final appearance, but it’s all at the cost of Inter Miami winning the title.
I guess denying the 🐐 a trophy isn’t for everyone 😏
(Original photos by Area Sports Network)
I guess denying the 🐐 a trophy isn’t for everyone 😏
(Original photos by Area Sports Network)
December 7, 2025 at 5:24 PM
A #Sounders Cascadia rival remains star-less after losing their first MLS Cup Final appearance, but it’s all at the cost of Inter Miami winning the title.
I guess denying the 🐐 a trophy isn’t for everyone 😏
(Original photos by Area Sports Network)
I guess denying the 🐐 a trophy isn’t for everyone 😏
(Original photos by Area Sports Network)
Inter Miami didn’t need the ball to win MLS Cup. #Vancouver had 65% possession but Miami controlled territory, punished on the counter, and #Messi engineered the key moments. I break down the tactics and turning points here 👇 #MLSCup #Soccer #InterMiami
foxintheboxfc.substack.com/p/false-poss...
foxintheboxfc.substack.com/p/false-poss...
False Possession, Real Control: How Inter Miami Won MLS Cup
The MLS Cup was held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, approximately 34 miles north of Inter Miami’s new stadium, Miami Freedom Park & Soccer Village, which will open next season.
foxintheboxfc.substack.com
December 7, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Inter Miami didn’t need the ball to win MLS Cup. #Vancouver had 65% possession but Miami controlled territory, punished on the counter, and #Messi engineered the key moments. I break down the tactics and turning points here 👇 #MLSCup #Soccer #InterMiami
foxintheboxfc.substack.com/p/false-poss...
foxintheboxfc.substack.com/p/false-poss...
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Lionel Messi was awarded the 2025 MLS Cup MVP 🏆
His 15 goal contributions in these playoffs are also the most in a single postseason in MLS history 😳 👏
His 15 goal contributions in these playoffs are also the most in a single postseason in MLS history 😳 👏
December 7, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Lionel Messi was awarded the 2025 MLS Cup MVP 🏆
His 15 goal contributions in these playoffs are also the most in a single postseason in MLS history 😳 👏
His 15 goal contributions in these playoffs are also the most in a single postseason in MLS history 😳 👏
#MLS Cup Final (2:30 ET): Miami vs Vancouver 😤🔥
Messi vs Müller. Müller has a winning record vs Messi 7-3.
Can Busquets survive the press?
Allende hunting space (8 playoff goals).
Vancouver deadly on set pieces (Berhalter → White).
Miami wants revenge after VAN ran them off the pitch here in April.
Messi vs Müller. Müller has a winning record vs Messi 7-3.
Can Busquets survive the press?
Allende hunting space (8 playoff goals).
Vancouver deadly on set pieces (Berhalter → White).
Miami wants revenge after VAN ran them off the pitch here in April.
December 6, 2025 at 4:54 PM
#MLS Cup Final (2:30 ET): Miami vs Vancouver 😤🔥
Messi vs Müller. Müller has a winning record vs Messi 7-3.
Can Busquets survive the press?
Allende hunting space (8 playoff goals).
Vancouver deadly on set pieces (Berhalter → White).
Miami wants revenge after VAN ran them off the pitch here in April.
Messi vs Müller. Müller has a winning record vs Messi 7-3.
Can Busquets survive the press?
Allende hunting space (8 playoff goals).
Vancouver deadly on set pieces (Berhalter → White).
Miami wants revenge after VAN ran them off the pitch here in April.
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Hastings Racecourse in Vancouver announces that it has shut down permanently, effective immediately through their Facebook.
That location has been talked about as a potential soccer stadium for the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Timely to say the least ahead of MLS Cup.
That location has been talked about as a potential soccer stadium for the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Timely to say the least ahead of MLS Cup.
December 6, 2025 at 3:40 AM
Hastings Racecourse in Vancouver announces that it has shut down permanently, effective immediately through their Facebook.
That location has been talked about as a potential soccer stadium for the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Timely to say the least ahead of MLS Cup.
That location has been talked about as a potential soccer stadium for the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Timely to say the least ahead of MLS Cup.
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In regard to BC Place lease expiring & potential soccer specific stadium for Vancouver.
"That MLS team, the owners, fans, & players have done everything to earn the support that they are not getting from the city and the province." - Don Garber
@whitecapsfc.com #MLS #WorldCupDraw #VWFC
"That MLS team, the owners, fans, & players have done everything to earn the support that they are not getting from the city and the province." - Don Garber
@whitecapsfc.com #MLS #WorldCupDraw #VWFC
December 5, 2025 at 12:25 AM
In regard to BC Place lease expiring & potential soccer specific stadium for Vancouver.
"That MLS team, the owners, fans, & players have done everything to earn the support that they are not getting from the city and the province." - Don Garber
@whitecapsfc.com #MLS #WorldCupDraw #VWFC
"That MLS team, the owners, fans, & players have done everything to earn the support that they are not getting from the city and the province." - Don Garber
@whitecapsfc.com #MLS #WorldCupDraw #VWFC
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I like all the guys I listed in this piece, and there’s more to come, but imo if the Sounders could sign Lautaro Di Lollo it doesn’t matter what they do to fill in the rest of the roster. That guy’s a game-changing player, and there’s a real chance he’d only hit the cap at $200k as a U22
With Danny Leyva apparently on the move, the Sounders have a little more wiggle room in the budget. @timostlundfoss.bsky.social took at look at some of the foreign players who might be of interest.
www.sounderatheart.com/2025/12/rost...
www.sounderatheart.com/2025/12/rost...
Roster reload, Part 1: International options
Seattle return a strong squad, but need to add to it for 2026.
www.sounderatheart.com
December 4, 2025 at 8:16 PM
I like all the guys I listed in this piece, and there’s more to come, but imo if the Sounders could sign Lautaro Di Lollo it doesn’t matter what they do to fill in the rest of the roster. That guy’s a game-changing player, and there’s a real chance he’d only hit the cap at $200k as a U22
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December 4, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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A couple thoughts.
1) we need to get the FTC to investigate the @mattdoyle.bsky.social / @tombogert.bsky.social duopoly
2) juice alert
1) we need to get the FTC to investigate the @mattdoyle.bsky.social / @tombogert.bsky.social duopoly
2) juice alert
December 4, 2025 at 3:26 PM
A couple thoughts.
1) we need to get the FTC to investigate the @mattdoyle.bsky.social / @tombogert.bsky.social duopoly
2) juice alert
1) we need to get the FTC to investigate the @mattdoyle.bsky.social / @tombogert.bsky.social duopoly
2) juice alert
ICYMI: Just dropped a new Substack, diving into Wilfried Nancy, why his coaching style works, and whether he could transform Celtic the same way he shook up MLS.Check it out and subscribe if you enjoy deep soccer analysis:
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#Celtic #CelticFC #MLS #Crew96
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#Celtic #CelticFC #MLS #Crew96
Wilfried Nancy at Celtic: The MLS Mastermind Heading to Scotland
Wilfried Nancy will be named the new manager of Celtic in the Scottish Premiership.
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December 4, 2025 at 2:16 PM
ICYMI: Just dropped a new Substack, diving into Wilfried Nancy, why his coaching style works, and whether he could transform Celtic the same way he shook up MLS.Check it out and subscribe if you enjoy deep soccer analysis:
foxintheboxfc.substack.com/p/wilfried-n...
#Celtic #CelticFC #MLS #Crew96
foxintheboxfc.substack.com/p/wilfried-n...
#Celtic #CelticFC #MLS #Crew96
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Columbus has had a Celtic Supporters Group since 2002. @columbusceltic.bsky.social on socials.
We meet at Fado Easton for every match.
Stop by, #Crew96. Nancy’s first match is Sunday at 10AM.
We meet at Fado Easton for every match.
Stop by, #Crew96. Nancy’s first match is Sunday at 10AM.
December 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Columbus has had a Celtic Supporters Group since 2002. @columbusceltic.bsky.social on socials.
We meet at Fado Easton for every match.
Stop by, #Crew96. Nancy’s first match is Sunday at 10AM.
We meet at Fado Easton for every match.
Stop by, #Crew96. Nancy’s first match is Sunday at 10AM.
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Columbus Crew’s Wilfried Nancy to take over Celtic in effect tomorrow morning. First three matches are vs. league leaders Hearts, vs Roma to advance to Europa League group stage, and the Scottish League Cup Final
Wilfried Nancy set for Celtic unveiling as new manager to arrive in Glasgow
Record Sport understands the Frenchman will touch down in Scotland on Tuesday night
www.dailyrecord.co.uk
December 3, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Columbus Crew’s Wilfried Nancy to take over Celtic in effect tomorrow morning. First three matches are vs. league leaders Hearts, vs Roma to advance to Europa League group stage, and the Scottish League Cup Final
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A glowing reference from Alistair Johnston on Celtic-bound Wilfried Nancy. Similar vibes to Tom Rogic when Ange was appointed... #BHOYS #Celtic
Martin O’Neill hears glowing reference from Alistair Johnston on Celtic-bound Wilfried Nancy
A glowing reference from Alistair Johnston on Celtic-bound Wilfried Nancy. Similar vibes to Tom Rogic when Ange was appointed...
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December 3, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Don Garber, who is the commissioner of Major League Soccer, is going to have his State of the League address this upcoming Friday. Do you see any big announcements being made during his speech? Do you think he will mention anything about the salary cap? #MLS #MLSCUP #Soccer
December 3, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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It looks like the Danny Leyva deal is done according to @elrolonw.bsky.social. We still don’t know an exact number on a fee, but there is a transfer fee. My educated guess is this nets the Sounders at least $1M in additional cap space. x.com/ELROLONW/sta...
December 3, 2025 at 4:23 PM
It looks like the Danny Leyva deal is done according to @elrolonw.bsky.social. We still don’t know an exact number on a fee, but there is a transfer fee. My educated guess is this nets the Sounders at least $1M in additional cap space. x.com/ELROLONW/sta...
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Maybe this won’t be such a quiet offseason, after all. www.sounderatheart.com/2025/12/dann...
Danny Leyva could be heading to Liga MX's Necaxa
22-year-old seemed to be in line for a significant upgrade in minutes if he had stayed with Sounders.
www.sounderatheart.com
December 2, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Maybe this won’t be such a quiet offseason, after all. www.sounderatheart.com/2025/12/dann...
What can Wilfried Nancy bring to Celtic? A lot more than people think.
Full breakdown here: #CelticFC #Hoops #WilfriedNancy #Football #Soccer 👇
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Full breakdown here: #CelticFC #Hoops #WilfriedNancy #Football #Soccer 👇
open.substack.com/pub/foxinthe...
Wilfried Nancy at Celtic: The MLS Mastermind Heading to Scotland
Wilfried Nancy will be named the new manager of Celtic in the Scottish Premiership.
open.substack.com
December 3, 2025 at 1:19 PM
What can Wilfried Nancy bring to Celtic? A lot more than people think.
Full breakdown here: #CelticFC #Hoops #WilfriedNancy #Football #Soccer 👇
open.substack.com/pub/foxinthe...
Full breakdown here: #CelticFC #Hoops #WilfriedNancy #Football #Soccer 👇
open.substack.com/pub/foxinthe...
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Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Inter Miami: What you need to know about the MLS Cup game theprovince.com/sports/socce...
December 3, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Inter Miami: What you need to know about the MLS Cup game theprovince.com/sports/socce...
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I can confirm that this rumor definitely has legs. Would definitely include a transfer fee, plus it would free up about $350k/year from the Sounders’ books. Gives the Sounders some real flexibility, but Danny Leyva also looked to be in line for some significant minutes this year.
December 2, 2025 at 10:12 PM
I can confirm that this rumor definitely has legs. Would definitely include a transfer fee, plus it would free up about $350k/year from the Sounders’ books. Gives the Sounders some real flexibility, but Danny Leyva also looked to be in line for some significant minutes this year.